Chapter 403. Even Secrets This Deep—You Found Out

Zinnia’s heart dropped with a jolt. She looked at Caitlin, shocked.

She had completely underestimated Caitlin. With how intelligent and perceptive Caitlin was, how could she not suspect that Zinnia had signed a death contract in order to leave Shadow Moon Pavilion?

Right now, Zinnia realized one thing: lying to Caitlin would only raise her suspicions. It was better to tell the truth.

Her eyes dimmed. She lowered her head slightly and murmured, “Yes... I did sign one. The condition is my family’s lives.”

That was exactly what Caitlin had expected. She understood Zinnia well enough—she’d mentioned her family before. And Zinnia had always been someone who valued loyalty and kinship. Using her family as leverage was the most effective way to control her.

“I see. So Zorro threatened your family’s safety to force your hand. But what exactly does he want you to do?”

“He... he didn’t say. He just gave me a gun.”

Zinnia couldn’t bring herself to admi