Mason stormed into his office like a raging bull, his anger palpable as Lillian and Rick trailed behind, hesitant. He paced the room, clenching the letter he just received with frustration. Lillian and Rick shared uneasy glances, bracing themselves for what to come, until Mason finally unleashed a growl of fury.

“How the hell is this possible, Lillian!” Mason’s voice thundered, his red eyes ablaze with fury. “I thought you assured me we had nothing to worry about. ‘I think it’s time to get rid of the opposition permanently.’ Isn’t that what you said?”

Lillian bristled at his tone, casting her eyes downward. His aura pricked at their skin like...