Eve
My fingers trembled a little as I stared at his message. Saturday by 9 p.m. The exact moment I was supposed to finalize everything that would save my inheritance. I typed quickly, pushing down the uneasiness in my chest.
Me: I have plans for that day and that time. How about we choose another day? Or I can even come tomorrow, if that works for you.
I pressed send and waited, just hoping he would listen to reason for once.
His reply came almost immediately.
Sage: It’s that day and that time; don’t miss it. If you do, I’ll bring you forcefully.
I blinked at the screen, my breath catching. Forcefully? Whatever that meant, it wasn’t something I wanted to experience. Before I could overthink it, another message popped up.
Sage: I’ll send you the location on Saturday.
“What?” I whisp
