Chapter 77

• "You know what you're saying is nonsense, right? Do you even realize who you're talking about?" Howard said firmly, his voice edged with warning, leaning forward in his chair as his eyes bored into Ryan's.
• Ryan held his ground, unflinching. "I know what Anastasia means to you, Howard. But hear me out—there's something she's hiding from you, from everyone. Isn't it strange that she'd show up at Jeremy's office like that?"
• "Enough, Ryan," Howard cut him off, his tone sharpening to a blade. "You're only still standing here spouting this crap because you're my friend, and I'm listening. But don't you ever speak about my sister like that again. Know your limits."