Chapter 426

Nathan Morgan’s voice sounded calm and collected. But anyone with a brain could hear the fear underneath. If he said no, Natalie would come for his life. Say yes, and he’d just be her puppet on strings. Damned if he did, damned if he didn’t. Like some demon had its claws in him. Problem was, he was the only one in the Morgan family still thinking straight. Mrs. Morgan saw Natalie as a savior, and Fiona was already in her hands. Bad news all around. “Working with you guys is my only way out.” Nathan glanced over at Julian and Daniel. His tone was honest, no bluffing here. Julian smiled warmly. “You’ve always struck me as a sharp one, Nathan. I’ve had my eye on your potential.” But Daniel, who usually played nice, was all ice today. No smile, just a bit of disdain. “Smart’s good, too smart and we might be the ones getting played.” Julian chimed in, “I trust Nathan.” Daniel shot back, “I don’t.” Clear divide. Was it a real difference of opinion? Probably not. If they weren’t on the same p