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    “Are you even listening to yourself, Miss? Anyone might take that as a threat,” Graham replied.


    Elena’s face remainedposed. “There’s no room for confusion. I am threatening you.”


    Graham radiated amanding presence that few could match. His keen eyes narrowed, applying pressure on Elena with calcted intent. His expression was frosty, yet he spoke with the poise of a gentleman. “Miss, are you aware of the consequences of your actions? The words you just spoke could easilynd you in prison.”


    Those in power often wielded it to intimidate effectively.


    The photograph had indeed taken Graham aback, yet he remained dismissive of Elena. She seemed like a naive girl, likely unaware of the dangers of the world. Did she believe she could have things her way with just a photo? Today, he would do her parents a favor by teaching her a lesson.


    Graham had expected his threats would scare Elena into begging for mercy.


    Contrary to his expectations, Elena stood her ground without flinching, even offering him a calm smile.


    Elena smirked, noticing the newly appointed deputy mayor’s powerful use of his position. “I would warn you against making hasty threats. With this photograph in my possession, consider what else I might know. Yet, I have only shown you this single image. Do you get the implication?”


    Elena slipped the photo into Graham’s hand. “My demand is straightforward—I’ve asked you to steer clear of the Harper family.”


    Elena maintained aposed demeanor, her tone even and measured.


    Graham’s expression darkened further. Once the chief of police, he had questioned countless dangerous criminals. He had employed the same tactics on Elena—a harsh stare and a threatening tone—but she remainedpletely unfazed. It was clear she was no ordinary young woman.


    A glimmer of lethal intent passed through Graham’s mind. Acknowledging that she could be a significant threat, he shifted his approach abruptly. “Why should I trust you? You know too much, and only the dead can truly keep secrets.”


    His eyes now openly conveyed his lethal intentions. He signaled to the guards on the second floor, and soon, five highly trained guards encircled Elena.


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    The hard way, huh? A cold smirk tugged at Elena’s lips. Graham truly wouldn’t stop until he brought about his own downfall.


    Below, the atmosphere buzzed with the clink of wine sses and champagne, while upstairs, the air was thick with tension.


    Elena was unfazed by the guards surrounding her, yet the arrival of an unexpected figure made her shift her approach. She arched an eyebrow. “Mr. Martin, what exactly do you intend to do?”


    Graham was certain she couldn’t escape and openly revealed his malice. He smirked. “No one threatens me and gets away with it. Since you’re looking to meet your end, I’m happy to oblige.”


    Elena looked past Graham to address another. “Mr. Benson, d you could join us.”


    “Mr. Benson?” Graham snorted. “Don’t y games. Mr. Benson is ill and not attending tonight.”


    Graham brushed off Elena’s words. How could a nobody like her possibly know Mr. Benson? Grady Benson was the former president, and this entire estate was his.


    Graham’s impatience grew. “Enough, gag her and remove her from here. My time is precious.”


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