“And I said no! I don't need your help!"

Ariana cut him off. She looked into his deep eyes.

“There's one thing I'd like to make clear now. I'm the one doing you a favor, not the other way around. You gave me this job because you wanted to defeat your half-brother. You should be the one begging me. I can pull the plug on this shit if you provoke me!"

“Is that a threat, Ariana?" Theodore's eyes narrowed to slits as his tone became very dangerous.

“Er... No, it's not a threat." Ariana's heart skipped a beat. She was scared, but she tried not to show it. She raised her chin and added, “It's just a reminder. We are partners. I will do my part while you do yours. I can handle it. You just wait and see! Open the door, Horace!"