Chapter 47 Secrets Behind the Cold

Sebastian stopped in his tracks, his eyes blazing with murderous intent as he turned his head. "Say that again." Sensing the shift in atmosphere, Taylor hurriedly stepped forward. Behind him, several men climbed out of the car and closed in with expressionless faces, forming a standoff against the other side. The air crackled with tension, ready to ignite at any second. Just then, a shrill ringtone shattered the silence. It was Joseph's phone. He answered impatiently and barked, "What is it?" However, whatever he heard made the arrogance drain from his face in an instant, replaced by sheer panic. "What did you just say? That's impossible! How could there be a problem with the project all of a sudden?" His voice cracked, fear twisting his expression as he looked at Sebastian as though he'd just seen a ghost. Joseph was rattled. He hung up the call, shot the expressionless Sebastian a menacing glare, and cast a wary glance at the old house. Without another word, he shoved his men a