Chapter 175. The Round Table

The screen is filled with Claire's calm, composed face, her dressing exuding elegance and class.

"My very good friends," she begins, her voice as smooth as silk. "I trust you have received the funds I sent. Consider it a gesture of goodwill."

Lara exchanges a puzzled glance with Carter. "Goodwill? Carter, she would not just hand over the money without a fight. There is something else at play here.”

“Hush, Lara. I know.”

Claire's image continues to speak. "I want to make one thing clear. This is a warning. A final one. Back off, or there will be consequences. I have powerful allies, and I'm not afraid to use them. If you come after me again, I will consider it a declaration of war, and destroy you."

The video ends, leaving Lara and Carter stunned into silence. "Powerful allies?" Lara echoes, her mind racing with possibilities. "Who could she be working with? What does she have that's s