"Be careful on the way; Lionel will take good care of you." Sebastian folded his arms over his chest as he spoke deadpan. The look on his face was cold, and this was the first time he had blurted out such wondrous things. "Don't disappoint me—you know I've trusted you."
Instead, V took Sebastian's words as a subtle threat if she failed this time. Another, worse punishment would surely await her return.
Incredibly, in just a matter of weeks, V was able to change the situation in the main building of the Beaumont residence. Just because V was obedient within certain limits, Sebastian and Tresha were now kind to her.
Yes, only within certain limits. I don't want anyone to control me, not even you. I'm going to drain your trust. When the time comes, when you let your guard down—I'll smash you to pieces!
Tresha hugged Vienna. She smiled warmly and gently rubbed her hand. "Come back safely, Vienna. Let me know all the progress."
