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Chapter 53- The tipping point

Author: Solomon Emmanuel
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-03-13 06:54:15

Sophia

The crisp morning air does nothing to cool the slow-burning fire inside me.

Chloe is slipping.

Bellion confirmed it late last night—she accessed the files I fed her, but she hesitated before making her next move.

She’s smart enough to recognize a trap.

But not smart enough to avoid stepping into one.

I take a sip of my coffee, the bitter taste grounding me as I stand at the floor-to-ceiling windows of my penthouse. Below, the city hums with early morning life, people moving like pieces on a chessboard.

Chloe thinks she’s maneuvering me.

Nathan thinks he’s controlling her.

But the truth?

They’re both already cornered.

I turn when I hear the quiet rustle of movement behind me. Alex stands in the doorway, a folder in hand, his sharp gaze assessing me.

“You’re quiet,” he remarks, stepping inside.

I arch a brow. “Do you prefer when I monologue my revenge plans aloud?”

His lips twitch, but his eyes remain serious. “Bellion sent his update.”

I reach for the folder, flipping it open. M
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