Chapter 672

Jason’s POV

My grip tightened on the phone, my knuckles turning white. She was so casual, so indifferent, as if she was talking about a piece of property instead of a child…a child who wasn’t hers to begin with.

“You listen to me,” I growled, my voice cold, deadly. “You’re going to keep your mouth shut and listen. I’m not here to negotiate. I’m not here to beg. I’m here to tell you what’s going to happen, and you’re going to do exactly as I say.”

There was a pause on the other end, the air growing heavy, tense. I could almost hear her breathing, the way her arrogance wavered, just for a moment. She knew I was serious.

“Jason…” Her voice was softer now, more cautious. “What’s this about?”

“You’ll find out soon enough,” I said, forcing my tone to stay cold, controlled. “We’re meeting in person. I’ll send you the location. Be there. And don’t be late.”

She was silent for a moment, and I could tell she was weighing her options, c