Leaving You Bereft
The first words out of his mouth were, "Lia, do you have any idea what Mr. Ziegler is worth? He's worth ten of me. In Hortosia, I'm someone, but even here, he gives me respect. Back in Brindley, I wouldn't be fit to shine his shoes. I don't care what grudges, debts, or twisted history you two have, just don't waste Mr. Zieger's interest in you."
He'd already made up his mind—even if it cost him, he'd make sure Thalia served Landon.
He hadn't said it outright yet, but Thalia read his intent. Her voice was cold. "How much are you offering?"
Matthias didn't hesitate. "How about 100 thousand dollars?"
A glass of red wine splashed across his face.
He flinched, wiping at the liquid—humiliated, and
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