Chapter 560



Her voice, though slightly constricted, conveyed a sense of control. “Of course it’s easy. Jake’s on his deathbed. I’m the only one who matters now. They wouldn’t dare harm you. They need me.”

Saniya’s lips curled into a cruel smirk at the news of Jake’s precarious condition. “So much for your powerful protector. It looks like he’s not so invincible after all. Tell me, Kallie, does this mean Stan still has a shot at seizing control of the Reeves family?”

Kallie gave Saniya a sarcastic smile. “He’s already at the bottom of the ocean. How could he possibly come back?”

Saniya’s face twisted in anger. “You’re so cruel! You have no heart!” she hissed, but then she took a deep breath, calming herself. “Stan doesn’t matter. I have other ways to get what I want.”

Kallie glanced sideways at Saniya. Saniya was nothing like the weak and innocent girl she’d pretended to be a few days ago. Maybe her earlier behavior had all been an act. What was Saniya really after?

When they got out of the car, Edgar and his men immediately formed a protective circle around them.

Edgar eyed Saniya suspiciously, worried she might try something dangerous. “Miss Mason, we’ve kept our end of the bargain and brought you to the airport. You’re almost on the plane. You’re free to leave. It’s time to let Miss Nixon go.”

Saniya sneered. “Hold your horses. I’m not on the plane yet, am I?”

Kallie frowned, her eyes hardening. “Saniya, what are you planning? If you break the agreement and I get hurt, you’re not going anywhere.”

Saniya’s voice was chilling. “Relax. I didn’t say I wouldn’t let you go. I just want to add one more thing to our deal.”

Kallie’s heart pounded in her chest. “What are you talking about?”

Saniya stared at Kallie’s stomach. She was like a snake ready to strike, sending shivers down Kallie’s spine. Kallie tried to keep her cool, but her hands shook slightly. She still clung to a tiny bit of hope. How did Saniya know she was pregnant?

But Saniya’s next words shattered any remaining hope Kallie clung to. “So, which is it? Your life, or the life of the baby you’re carrying? Choose.”

Kallie’s jaw dropped. “How did you find out I’m pregnant?”

Saniya smirked, a glint of triumph in her eyes. “I know a thing or two about medicine. You thought you were being sneaky, but any doctor could spot it. I suspected it the moment I saw you on that show. And then, Jake gifting you jewelry? That sealed the deal. You and Jake sure are going all out for this baby, huh?”

A shiver ran down Kallie’s spine. The regret gnawed at her. Saniya was proving to be a tougher opponent than she had anticipated.

“Your threat’s empty. If I die, the baby dies too. So, what choice are you giving me?” Kallie retorted.

The dagger shifted from Kallie’s neck to her pregnant belly.

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