Chapter 2005

Emil wrapped an arm around Kristian’s shoulders.

“I appreciate that, bro.

Despite the wine, Kristian’s mind remained sharp.

He smiled and shared his plans.

“Now that Stella is gone and Matthew has lost interest in his work, I’m in charge of this project.

Once we’re done here, we’ll move on to the next one.

Our careers are only going to grow.

Emil, less affected by the alcohol, listened intently, his mind racing.

replied with humility, “I’m with you all the

word, and

lit up with

felt as if the tables

one commanding respect, a far cry from the days when he

about the future, the conversation flowed freely between them

Kristian then headed home.

until he opened his door and saw

sobered him up

was sure he hadn’t

and Bella

down his spine as he quickly dismissed

tension eased when he saw Elizabeth seated on the

the memory of his

expression, he questioned, “Why are you

I be here?” Elizabeth retorted

the scent

trapped in the house in Dorburn while Kristian roamed freely, she snapped,

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