Chapter 7

A few Sterling Holdings security guards snapped out of it and scrambled toward the main console.

But before they could reach the power socket, a harsh burst of static exploded from the speakers.

Then, Richard's cold, hard voice cut through the chaos in the hall. "Increase the catalyst dosage.

"As long as the umbilical cord blood meets the requirements, it will be okay. Emily's survival is irrelevant.

"Remember, Sophie's life comes first."

The room fell into a stunned silence.

Then, a wave of panic and outrage swept through the crowd.

The socialites who had been toasting and flattering him moments…