"Hello?" Seraphina Sterling steadied her nerves. 'The more formidable the opponent, the less fear I can show!'
"Miss Sterling, I admire your ability, and I'm also very impressed by your courage. You're the first person who's ever made me initiate contact!" A sinister voice came through the phone, making the already cold winter night feel even more frigid.
"Then I should feel honored! There's a first time for everything, isn't there?" Seraphina Sterling's voice was soft and relaxed, showing no signs of being overwhelmed by his intimidating presence.
This was a contest.
A psychological battle of presence and nerve.
Whoever showed weakness first would lose the upper hand.
A pleasant laugh came from the phone. "My goal is the Jade Bracelet. My men might have been a bit rough earlier, so I hope Miss Sterling can forgive them!"
"I'm a petty person. Forgiveness isn't something I'm very good at," Seraphina Sterling said, her tone tinged with jest.
