Chapter 3

I knew the weakness of Olivia and Henry.

It wasn't the seven million insurance payout. It was the little boy. He was Olivia's stepping stone, and Henry's lifeline for carrying on the family name.

His parents had always dreamed of having a grandchild. But because of my health, I could never make that happen for them.

I stared at my pale, skinny face in the mirror and slowly pulled a cold smile.

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On the weekend, I asked Olivia out for coffee. It was at our usual café, in a spot by the window, where the warm sunlight spilled over…