Sebastian's Pov
I stood before the board like a man awaiting execution. My mind was still on Alina's message. She locked herself and Leo in so I was unable to see them before I left the house.
Malcolm sat at the far end, his fingers tapping the table as he waited. He practiced concern that barely concealed his satisfaction on his face.
"Sebastian," he began, his voice smooth as silk and twice as suffocating,
"We understand this is... difficult for you. But the shareholders are demanding answers. The stock has plummeted seventeen percent in just a few hours."
"I'm aware of the numbers, Malcolm." My jaw tightened as I forced the words out.
I couldn't let him intimidate me completely.
"Then you understand our position." He leaned forward, and I could see the other board members noddin
