Chapter 88

• "I can think of two reasons." Andrew leaned back in his chair, his legs stretching for space. "You have a deal with Dylan Lock, or you want something from Emerald's father."
• Maverick sneered, and Andrew knew he'd hit his mark. "Other reasons exist, ones you've missed. But you're still sharp as ever. Pity you chose to run from your fate."
• "And you haven't learned," Andrew shot back, refusing to let Maverick's disdain go unchallenged. "Your tattoos still don't hide how you look—as sinister as ever."