Chapter 45: I have a niece, Kellan began, his voice softening.

She is incredibly bright and charming, even though she has autism.

Her only passion is ceramics.

Allison noticed the fleeting softness in Kellan's usually steely expression when he spoke of his niece.

It was a rare display of tenderness from the man known for his cruelty, and it stirred a complex mix of emotions in her, leaving her momentarily unsettled.

As an orphan who had always lived alone, Allison found herself unexpectedly reflecting on her own experiences in light of Kellan's vulnerability.

"I've seen your talent, Miss Clarke," Kellan continued, his tone as cold as that of a business negotiation.

I would like you to teach ceramics to my niece.

In return, I can offer you substantial help.

He spoke with a clinical detachment, as if he were discussing a mere business transaction and not matters of life and death.

My resources could be of great help.

No matter how experienced you are, some things require a more official touch, don't you think? Allison frowned.

He was fully aware of the great influence of the Lloyd family in both business and politics.

Your help could open many doors for her.

With a satisfied smile, Allison crossed her arms.

So, is this your indirect way of begging for your life? Not exactly.

as if

to kill me, did you? If you really

of indecision gave you

not collaborate? It

don't know when to quit, do you? What a

deft move, she snatched the sheet from him and, with With a flick of his wrist, he

take care of that wound as

small vial he held

carried a

she seemed to

man with an army of

carry these things with

had the habit of

people like me," he replied with a hint of

placing a red pill in his mouth as she

almost telepathic, as

precaution for her; It was a deeply ingrained habit, born of years

Kellan asked,

an antibiotic,

her eyes shining with a hint of

Kellan flinched.

giggled, noticing his slightly stunned expression

their provisions.

you ever heard the saying “prevention is better

can I be sure that your niece exists And if you decide to send your guards after me when we leave here It would be a shame to save you only to be

gave a

gave you the poison, to add

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