Chapter 1812

However, Zayden was different.

Moss was no fool.

He could read a man like a book, and Zayden was an open one.

Zaydens hatred for Holden was no secret, and by extension, Melons fate wouldnt be kind if left in his hands.

Taking another measured sip of his wine, Moss turned to Zayden, his tone now cold and unyielding.

I wont work for you until I see that boy.

Trust is paramount between partners, Zayden said, his smile not quite reaching his eyes.

Melon is my nephew.

Surely you can trust me with his care? Moss drained his glass, setting it down with a deliberate thud.

Ive said the child is exceptionally bright.

He could be a valuable assistant to me.

Zayden scoffed, A child? An assistant? More likely a hindrance. Ive already arranged two capable assistants for you.

thats insufficient, I can provide

..

s ...

air grew tense as Moss fixed Zayden with a steely

trust, yet

should

welcome to restrain me again and seek another to

I stand firmI wont proceed without

silence settled in the air before Zayden

choice; Moss expertise

contained anger, Zayden

Melon here, he

Meanwhile, in another room.

was smudged

no idea what was happening

his toes at the

fed him these past few days, tossing him some rock-hard bread

icy water,

forced himself to drink more, hoping to dull

his fill, he curled up in the

relentless, seeping into

heat, sleep

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