Second Chance At Rebirth: Beneath The Ashes
Fredrick never misses a chance to protect his legacy, even if it means entertaining an old rival like me.
I lean forward slightly, my elbows resting on the arms of the chair, and meet his gaze head-on. “Fredrick, I’ll cut to the chase. Do you want Christine dead?” The question hangs in the air. I watch his face closely, searching for any crack in his composure. His eyes narrow, and for a moment, I see it, a flicker of temptation, as if he wanted it too but does not know how to admit it. He leans back, his fingers steepling under his chin, and I know I’ve struck a nerve.
“That’s a bold question, Francis,” he says. “You know damn well we’re not on the same side anymore. Not after you snatched
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