Chapter 121
Marvel requested that I leave the code of Sapphire’s arms. I didn’t know why he asked for us to meet here but I was about to find out. I hated the fact that when she woke up wouldn’t see me or be able to touch me
might be he had gotten a headway in m
I walked the
som. Marvel already seated and waiting for me. His eyes ticked up to mine, and I could sense a h of ronorm in his thick with tension and I could tell that he had something important to discus
themedies. We had used this sate house
“What is Marce” I asked ungaran to him. My eyes scanned the room before, and I knew it was secure. The walls were reinforced with steel, and the windows were bulletproof was a place where we could talk treely.
without fear of being overbeard.
Hebesated for a mom before speaking Viner has requested a meeting with you” he said. His eyes locked onto mine, and I could see the weight of this words. He was a man who had been with me for years atrasted advisor and my best friend If he was concerned, then knew I should
Irmed an eyebrow, my mind racing with poorthines Victor knew it was something about him and I didn’t get it wrong
“What does be wan” I asked. I could feel a sense of uneale growing bodde me, but I pushed it wide. I had to stay focused. Ha expression was “cautious, and I could tell be was choosing his words arefully
“He didn’t say.” Marcel replied. “but 1 for the impression at a about Sapphire.” His voice was low and serioas, and Feould sense the concern behind his –
My instincts went on high alert the mention of her name. I had om to protect her, and I would do whatever it took to keep her safe. A surge of adrenaline ran through my veins as I thought about Victor’s possible motives. What did he want with Sapphire! And why now?
“Arrange a meeting, “luid. “But make sure it in a safe location. I dont want Victor to know where Sapphire is. Estood up, my eyes locked on
Marcia. And make sure you’re there, too. I want you to watch my back.”
He nodded, his eyes flocking to his phone
arrange something But Aragon, be careful Vinter not a man to be underestimated” His voice was sensical, and 1 bor be was right. Victor vakaman vida reputation for getting what he wanted no matter the cost.
He mig have been bidding his time because of junes but that didn’t mean I should underestimate him
He had peers and he didn’t even bother hiling i
I nodded, my mind already racing with strategins and possibilitin. I would do whatever it took to protect Sapphire, even if it meant facing off against.
The meeting was arranged for larer that day, a secure fe house on the outskins of town ammedearly, my eyes scanning the dimly lit room for my rigm of danger. Marcel was already there, his epea watching me demered
The safe house was a ponderis building, Hidding in seamlessly with the sounding houses. But I knew that it was anything but ordinary. The walls were reinforced with steel, and the windows were bullerproof it was a place where we could talk freely, without fear of being overheard
Victor arrived a few moments later, his eyes fed incently on me as he entered. I could see a calculating glint in his eyes, and my insomens told me to be wary. He was a cat posing figure, with a presence that commanded attention.
“So. Aragon.” Vinor said. “The been looking for Sapphire for a very long time. His words hung in the air heavy with implication.
I raised an eyebrow, my expression neu “What do you want Victor leaned back in my chat, my e
eyes never leaving Victor’s face.
I wanted to hear from him what was so special about him having Sapphire, it wasn’t like it was going to change my mind or make me give up on her bun I just wanted to know his reasons
Victor leaned forward his eyes glining in the dim light. “Sapphire’s father promised her to me,” he said. “Tve been searching for her ever since.” His words sent a surge of anger through me, and I felt my fits clench
are is under my protection now, and I won’t
I took a deep breath forcing myself to rem calm. I don’t care about your daims Victor,” I said. “Sapphire let anyone harm her.”
Victor’s expression didn’t change, but I could sense a flicker of anger behind his eyes. “I’m not adding for your permision. Aragon,” he said. “Tim simply stating a fact. Sapphire is mine, and I will do whatever it takes to dim her.”
A surge of adrenaline coursed through my vees as I listened to Victor’s work. I felt a wave of protectiveness wash over me, and I knew that I would do whatever it took to keep Sapphire safe leaned forward, my eyes locked en Victor’s
I don’t think that’s going to happen. Victor.” I aid. “Sapphire is under my protection, and I won’t let anyone hann her. Least of all you.”
Victor’s eyes narrowed and he leaned forward, his face inches from mine. You’re making a big mistake. Aragon,” he hissed. “I’m not a man to be underestimated. I will get what I want, no matter what it takes.”
Ifelia shiver run down my spine as I listened to Victor’s words. I knew that he was a man who would stop at nothing to achieve his goals, and wered myself for the battle ahead.
Tm not afraid of you. Victor,” I said. “And I won’t back down Sapphire ife with me, and she’ll stay that way.”
