Chapter 365

The smug grin on Liam Shaw’s face froze in an instant. "What are you talking about?" "You really need me to spell it out? Don’t play dumb—you know exactly what I mean." He went quiet for a few seconds, probably realizing she wouldn’t bring it up without backup. Finally, he gave in with a reluctant sigh. "How’d you find out?" "Does that matter? You just need to stick to our deal. I don’t care what mess you make of the Shaw Corporation—that’s on you. I only want Goodwin’s assets." Liam’s face turned stiff. It took him a while before he muttered, "Goodwin Tower and some fixed assets were already pledged to the bank. I can’t hand them over directly." Celeste Harper had expected that. Without a word, she grabbed her bag and stood up to leave. "Where are you going?" Liam’s anxious voice followed behind her. She didn’t bother turning back. "Deals don't mean squat if you can’t keep your word. I think it’s time someone filled Mr. Shaw in on a few things. I bet he’d love to know how you’re tryin