“Upstairs.


    ” Benny’s brief response came.


    Matthew hung up and climbed the stairs.


    The second floor was as run-down as the first, not looking like anyone’s home.


    Benny was already there, waiting.Belongs to N?velDrama.Org - All rights reserved.


    He sat with a ss of red wine in hand, giving Matthew an indifferent look.


    “You’re right on time, Matthew.


    You’re always punctual, I see.


    ”


    Matthew wasn’t in the mood for small talk.


    “Where’s Ste?”


    “Rx, take a seat first,” Benny said, a slight smile on his face as he stared at Matthew.


    “We didn’t get to chatst time.


    I’ve got wine ready.


    Let’s have a drink, my dear brother.


    ”


    “Where’s Ste?” Matthew repeated, his voice low.


    “Don’t worry.


    She’s safe.


    ” Benny smiled.


    “But if you rush things, I’m not sure she’ll be okay.


    ”


    His tone carried a hint of menace.


    Matthew feltpelled toply to ensure Ste’s safety.


    He took a seat.


    “What do you want to say?”


    “Ah, the impatience of youth is unbelievable.


    ” Benny, smiling slightly, poured Matthew a ss of wine and nced around.


    “Do you recognize this ce?”


    “Yes,” Matthew replied coldly.


    “I did some research beforeing.


    ”


    “It’s my fiancee’s house.


    ” Benny’s gaze hardened.


    “Tragically, she passed away before I aplished anything.


    She never even made it back here.


    ”


    He finished his ss in one gulp and gestured for Matthew to drink too.


    Matthew didn’t hesitate.


    He drank quickly.


    “Done.


    Now, where’s Ste?”


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    “I’ve told you not to be in a hurry.


    ” Benny filled Matthew’s ss again, still smiling.


    “We have more to talk about.


    ”


    Matthew eyed Benny refilling the ss and his frown deepened.


    Benny set the bottle down, his eyes darkening.


    “Do you know about Evelyn’s death?”


    He looked at Matthew.


    “She was shot.


    ”


    Matthew stayed quiet, hoping the conversation would end quickly so he could see Ste soon.


    Without waiting for Matthew’s response, Benny continued, “They n to demolish this house.


    I called you here today to ask for your help in saving it from being torn down.


    ”


    Matthew didn’t reply right away.


    He took a sip of wine and smiled.


    “You’re alone.


    How can you negotiate with me? Evelyn’s death isn’t my concern.


    ”


    Benny’s expression changed, yet he kept his cool.


    “I know I’m a problem for you.


    Help me fix this, and I’ll leave Seamarsh.


    I won’t bother the rk family anymore.


    And Ste? I’ll make sure she’s back with you, safe and sound.


    ”