JULIUS POV
I leaned back in my chair, swirling the dark liquor in my glass, eyes narrowed as Aiden stood before me like a soldier awaiting judgment.
“So why did she call you?” I asked, my tone calm. I was really curious as to what Athena was trying to do. .
Aiden hesitated, shifting uncomfortably. He looked younger than usual today. Or maybe better.
“She said… she said I should always update her on your movements, sir.”
I scoffed under my breath. “On my movements?”
He nodded, gaze dropping to the floor.
“Is that all?” I asked, leaning forward slightly.
“Yes, sir,” he replied quickly. “That’s all. She offered me five thousand dollars in exchange for it. Said it would be easy money.”
I watched him for a long beat, the silence stretching between us. He didn’t flinch, didn’t look awa
