Landon's voice was low and cold. "We're only trying to confirm that Elijah is safe. That's a reasonable request from family, not an obstruction of your work. "Naturally, we hope that no coercive interrogation will be used on Elijah. But if it does, I trust that you'll understand the consequences."Landon stared at Lirio unflinchingly, as if he could see through his every ugly thought. Lirio felt a surge of unease under that stare, a creeping panic rising in his chest. Still, he forced the unease down, reminding himself of Roan's payment and the line he'd already crossed. "Consequences? What do you mean? We're acting within the law, so don't try to threaten us. Let me make myself clear for the last time. Elijah is under interrogation, so no visits are allowed. Please leave."Aria's eyes darkened. She knew she couldn't act, not yet. She replied calmly, "Mr. Zook, I hope you remember what you just said and live up to it. If my brother is harmed, you won't be let off easily."As
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