Chapter 61
Sophia sat across from Richard in his private office, her legs crossed and her expression tight with impatience. The door was locked and the blinds were drawn. She leaned forward slightly, her voice low but sharp.
“We need to act fast,” she said. “Lila is becoming a real problem. She’s getting too comfortable, too involved. If we don’t do something about her soon, she’s going to become even more of a threat.”
Richard leaned back in his chair, swirling the drink in his glass. His face remained calm, but there was a flicker of something darker in his eyes.
“I’m aware,” he replied evenly. “But we have to be smart about this. I’m not going to rush into anything and make a mistake. Especially not with Ethan.”
Sophia frowned. “Ethan? What does he have to do with this?”
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