Chapter 56

Sebastian was betting on one thing-that Daniel wouldn't dare to cross the line. They had played this game more times than he could count, and Sebastian had never once lost. But this time, it didn't go the way he expected. He gave Ms. Woods a look. Ms. Woods paused, then gave a subtle nod and immediately made arrangements to get Elaria out safely. Sebastian's voice leveled out, cool and steady. "I'm not backing out of the deal. Daniel, you let Elaria go now, and I won't come after you. But if you keep pushing it, just know-Elaria is nothing but a pawn in this power struggle. You know how things work in the Richards family. There's no room for love. I don't love her. So don't even try to use her as leverage." On the other end, Daniel chuckled darkly. "Classic Sebastian. Cold to the bone." Sebastian's gaze faltered just a bit. But he caught the shift-Daniel was softening. Without another word, Sebastian hung up and turned back, ready to finish signing the deal and head straight to Caelmoo