Chapter 26

• Emerald's father smiled, momentarily allowing his shoulders to sway before turning his attention toward a man who seemed to be blinking excessively.
• "Mr. Nelson, it is indeed a pleasure to finally confirm just how much of an enemy you truly are," he stated with an air of authority.
• The stout man, sporting a rather absurd-looking mustache, began to protest vehemently, waving his hands in the air as if to dismiss the woman's allegations.