Chapter 57

The Awakening

“You have no idea who you’re dealing with, Astor. I have a secret that will ruin you.”

Astor’s jaw tightened, his eyes narrowing. “What are you talking about?”

Susan didn’t answer.

“What do you mean?” Astor chuckled, though his laughter lacked any real humor. His eyes narrowed as he studied Susan, who stood confidently in front of him, her arms crossed and a smirk plastered on her face.

“You think you can just throw me out, don’t you?” Susan said, her voice calm yet laced with venom. “You think this is the end of the game?”

“It is the end,” Astor replied, his tone firm. “I’ve...