Chapter 104

"Got the paperwork? Let's get this over with now." Victoria spoke quickly, giving herself no time to second guess. Theodore pressed his lips together, a cold expression settling in. "Didn't bring it." Victoria looked up at him instinctively, unsure if he was bluffing or telling the truth. But when her eyes met the look of pain in his, she flinched like she'd touched something burning and glanced away. "Then let's head back and grab it. Or have your assistant bring it over," she pushed the words out, forcing herself to stay calm. Hannah's worsening condition wasn't something she could gamble on. Theodore let out a bitter chuckle. "Wow, Victoria. Cold as ever. You really don't hold back." Victoria turned her head slightly, not wanting him to catch even a flicker of the struggle on her face. "Fine. Come with me, then." Theodore refused to make it easy for her. She looked at him, a hint of hesitation in her eyes. "What? Chickening out?" he challenged her, a mocking glint in his gaze. "Or a