The show Katherine hosted had surged to the top of the ratings of the same period, and that night, the team was throwing a celebration at Starlight.
As she was enjoying the festivities, a staff member leaned in and whispered something in her ear. Katherine then stood up and slipped away quietly to a private room next door.
Victor, who had been making himself quite at home in Starlight, was waiting for her in the same room from before.
Katherine settled into the chair opposite him and greeted, "Mr. Luke!"
Victor remained seated, his hands clasped together as if in deep contemplation. His eyes, having seen it all, were fixed on her with an intensity that spoke volumes.
"I'm not going to beat around the bush," Katherine said, cutting straight to the chase. "I can't agree to your terms.
