The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never

Remington said in a serious voice.

Sensing that something was off, Hannah frowned and replied, The deal between us is over.

I have other matters to attend to and cant come there right now.

A silence lingered on the other end of the line, and Hannah figured the conversation had ended.

Just as she was about to hang up, Remingtons voice came through once more.

Im trying to extend a polite invitation.

If you choose not to come, I may have to take a more forceful approach.

Remingtons cold voice came through the line, hinting that he still wanted to extend some measure of mercy.

Hannah narrowed her eyes and scoffed.

Mr. Lyons, you sound rather angry.

Something must have gone seriously wrong.

Let me guess somethings wrong with your father, isnt it? Remington remained silent.

As soon as Hannah finished speaking, a longer silence hung in the air on the other end of the line.

It seemed her guess was correct.

Remington had been in the hospital since Peterson was injured, leaving the door open for whoever was lurking in the shadows to target their true objective.

You should understand that if I were to make a move, it would lead to bad blood between us anyway.

Why should I have to remind you that your father is at risk? Before he could respond, Hannah interjected, Mr.

Lyons, you dont need to threaten me.

You know it wont have any effect.

After a long pause, Remington finally spoke.

His voice remained calm, but Hannah couldnt shake the feeling of unease that crept over her.

Threats dont work on me.

Mr.

Lyons, I hope you realize that sincerity is what truly matters between us.

Remington rubbed his forehead and said, My father was found dead in the study today, and the news is currently under wraps.

However, it wont be long before it gets out.

Hannah had suspected that Remingtons call today was related to his fathers situation.

But she never thought it would be to convey the news of his death.

The indifferent expression on Hannahs face vanished.

What were Conor and Rodrigo doing? Didnt they secure the study? Remington said, Ive checked the surveillance video. Last night, no one entered the study except the two of them.

My father was diagnosed with a heart attack and passed away, but he has never had a history of heart disease.

I suspect theres something more to it.

Remington sighed.

But thats not the main issue.

The real concern is that its not me who wants to cause you trouble; its my fathers associates who are looking for a fight.noveldrama

Hannah had faced plenty of challenges before, and she wasnt intimidated by a few more.

But it struck her as odd; she had expected Remingtons father to end up injured, like Peterson.

She hadnt anticipated that someone could actually kill him under Conor and Rodrigos watch.

I promise you I will go to the manor and help uncover the cause of your fathers death.