The Alpha Queen They Once Threw Away
Cordelia said, rising slowly from her chair, "is a conversation for another time, once I've verified that our current arrangement proceeds according to the terms we've just established. I'll provide the documentation you've requested within the week, delivered through Osgood's network, along with information regarding how to potentially locate this fourth conspirator directly."
"You're not answering my question," I said, frustration bleeding into my voice despite my attempt to maintain careful composure.
"No," Cordelia agreed, moving toward the door with the same unhurried grace that had characterized her entire presence throughout this unsettling conversation. "Because some information carr