"And it's not just his name I know," Adams continued with a calm, almost playful tone. "I know yours as well. Would you like me to say it out loud, or would you rather skip the formalities and try whatever you're planning?"
His words hung in the air like a challenge, his gaze steady and unflinching as he looked at the older man. The confidence in his voice was unsettling, as if he was fully aware of the intentions hidden behind those cold, calculating eyes.
The elder's face darkened, his initial surprise quickly giving way to anger. His eyes narrowed, a dangerous glint flickering in them as he tried to decipher whether Adams was bluffing or truly knew more than he should. The younger man shifted uneasily beside him, the tension between them thickening with each passing second.
