“We’re not going to use you as a witness,” Sander’s sudden announcement made the art prodigy flinch. The conflicted reaction on Pollen’s face instantly gave him a feeling of triumph and satisfaction. Who could blame him? The man has been getting on his nerves since the day they met, and he’d give anything just to annoy him. “You’re Nicolas’ best shot for his alibi. It’s not too much to assume that he already reached out to you, right? Not that I’d be surprised that you’re here for a different reason.” “Are you saying that I’m here to spy on you and report back to Nicolas?” Pollen McGregor smirked, followed by a hint of disgust flashing in his narrowing eyes. Far from his usual arrogant demeanor, his aura became grim in a snap. “I understand your indifference toward me, Mr. Mortel. Seeing

