Cassian's icy words hung in the air, leaving every member of the Kane family wearing conflicted, unreadable expressions.
He couldn't have cared less.
He gave a sharp gesture to the estate security guards. "Take her back to the Thorne manor."
Turning toward the head housekeeper, his tone softened just a fraction. "Mrs. Gable, guide them to the east wing. Make sure she is settled with dignity, and do not allow anyone to disturb her before the arrangements are finalized."
The housekeeper quickly wiped away her tears and nodded. "Yes, of course, Mr. Thorne. I will oversee everything myself."
The two guards moved forward to lift the stretcher carrying Vespera's remains.
They had barely raised it off the ground when Seraphina stepped into their path. "Mr. Thorne, by what right are you taki
