Liam’s POV My heart pounded as the door clicked shut behind Ava, leaving me alone with her father. I could feel Robert Patel's cold gaze burning into me as he leaned against the pillow. I gulped, trying to keep my expression neutral, although I knew it was useless. He knew, I could see it in his eyes. Just how did he find out? "You can drop the act," Robert said, his voice accusing. "I know who you are, Liam. You think I wouldn’t recognize a Blackwell when I see one? I have been your dad's friend for long." Not anymore Robert. Not since you... I clenched my fists, taking in a deep breath so as to steady my erratically beating heart. Calm down Liam, play it cool. "I don’t know what you’re talking about, Mr. Patel," I muttered, my voice as calm as I could make it. A low humorless chu

