Eliz took a deep breath and stammered, "What do you want me to say? I told you, I didn't hear anything."
She stood firm with her denial. She raised her head to meet Pierce's sharp gaze and played it like a weak and innocent lady. She would never admit she heard their private conversation.
Pierce was not buying her show, so he calmed himself not to hurt her further. "Well, then, I'll teach you a lesson."
He swiftly released her from his grip in frustration. Eliz lost her balance and almost tumbled.
"Fred," Pierce called his companion in a deep commanding voice. Fred rushed towards them and stood behind Pierce. He was wearing a black suit and poker face.
Eliz got more scared, looking at his expressionless face.
"What will you do?" Eliz asked with a challenge. "We are in a hos
