Find Me In Your Labyrinth

Carmella didn’t respond

Victor pressed on, “You mentioned asking Yulia for money, then disappeared. Thought you could dodge me? I can easily reach out to the Macclain family, you know.”

Carmella responded sharply. “What are you after? If you annoy the Macclains and they decide I’m no longer welcome, how will you get your money then?” Pausing briefly, Victor smirked, “Stop pretending. The Macclains are clearly fond of you. They won’t throw you out.”

Carmella countered. “Being liked isn’t the same as being family. If I cross a line, they might push me away. Look at Estelle in your home isn’t she treated poorly by your own parents?”

With a sly grin, Victor said, “But that’s the thing you aren’t truly one of the Macclains. We, however, are blood. Hand over their money, and all will be settled.” Carmella rolled her eyes, “Give it to you? They’re even cautious about me, how am I supposed to give it to you?”

“I’m sure you’ll figure something out” Victor coaxed, “You need to get a handle on the Macclain’s money. I can help. We’re the real family here.”

said, “I know what to do, but you mustn’t go to the Macclain family, or we’ll end up with

now. Give me thirty

“Where do you suppose I get thirty

have to keep calling

with anger, grinding her teeth, “I only have ten grand!”

do!” Victor said, satisfied. “Now

her resentment and transferred the money

today were a wake-up call. She needs to get her hands on the Macclain’s money

spent the afternoon playing tennis with Henson at the sports center.

weekend Jonathan had in mind. When Henson went to the restroom, Jonathan opened a water bottle for Estelle, “Let’s stop playing,

what about you?” Estelle took a big gulp of water, her eyes sparkling, and lips