Chapter 709 Cold Warnings

• Annabeth turned on her heel, intent on climbing the stairs to the second floor. Yet, no sooner had she pivoted than Zachary emerged at the landing, his imposing frame stealing the light like a silent barricade.
• Having spotted him at the same moment, Linda quickly greeted, “Mr. Zachary.”
• “Keep your eyes on Caleb. The boy is already rude at two—imagine the monster he'll become if this slides.” Zachary's tone was a cold reprimand, softened only by the brief nod he had offered a moment earlier.