Chapter 413

Author's pov Alpha Sebastian's voice filled the hall, deep and firm like a final verdict. The power coming from him made Maggie tremble. She straightened her back and forced a weak smile. "I couldn't reach her, so I just assumed... " "Assumed ? "Cecilia cut in, her tone cold as frost. "Let's call it what it really was, certainty. " Her eyes locked on Maggie, sharp and unblinking. "Everyone here saw how you reacted. That wasn't worry, it was confidence. You wouldn't have made that bet unless you were sure Daisy was dead. " Cecilia leaned forward a little. Her voice stayed calm, but the calm was more dangerous than anger. "Only two kinds of people are that sure about death: the Grim Reaper or the killer. " Maggie tried to look calm and said, "I was just emotional. People act strange when they're scared for someone they care about. " Alpha Sebastian pulled out his phone, every movement deliberate, the kind of confidence that comes from knowing the trap is already closed. "That's a pretty