CHAPTER 45: THE POISONED RING

"Tell me the truth, or I'll make you regret lying to me in the first place."

When Ethan answered the door, it was the first thing I said.

Don't say hello. Without hesitation. No goodwill.

He seemed startled, then worn out.

"You shouldn't be here, Ivanka."

Still, I pushed past him.

The little c...