Queen of Wild Cards novel Chapter 28

Julius's expression darkened slightly. "Even if she is faking, it's because she loves me and is terrified for my future. I still need to put her mind at ease."

"That's a 'you' problem," Stella crossed her arms. "I made it very clear from day one: I am not Chloe Hawthorne. Our relationship is purely transactional. The deal was that I fix your legs, and you get my mother's ashes and belongings back. I've started fixing your legs, and you've done absolutely nothing. You haven't even tried to take back that wedding fund from Frederick. I think it's time I reevaluate our deal."

She didn't actually care about the money itself; she just refused to let Frederick enjoy a single cent of it.

"I always keep my promises," Julius sighed, frustrated. "But my legs are still paralyzed. I can't exactly march into the Hawthorne estate and demand your things right now."

Stella rolled her eyes. "Oh, please. You're the head of the Blackwood Group. You have infinite wealth and power. You really need to be walking to demand a refund? If you don't want to help, just say so. Deal's off. Good luck with your necrosis."

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