“She was greedy,” I replied, feeling my voice take on an edge I couldn’t hide.
“Everything about her reeked of it. Stephanie wanted Adam because he was wealthy and powerful, but she also wanted your uncle because he was cunning, ruthless, and dangerous—someone she believed was the real power behind the scenes. To her, Adam was just a puppet, a face she could manipulate.” My words came out sharper than I intended, filled with a mix of jealousy and bitterness. But I couldn’t help it. I knew it was the truth.
Lucas nodded, seeming to absorb my words. “Well, at least she’s out of the picture now.” He made his way to the refrigerator, hoping to find a distraction. “Are these drinks even safe?” he asked, glancing over his shoulder at Adam.
Adam chuckled and shook his head. “Probably not. But
