Fabian and the rest of his men left.

Just before walking out, he turned to Madeline. “Shout if you need any help, my lady. I’ll be right outside.”

Madeline took up the offer. “Then I’ll trouble you with watching over Jeremy for me.”

“Hmm.” Fabian shrugged and left.

The large room fell silent.

Madeline walked steadily toward Meredith. She looked down at the scheming woman from above like a queen when she arrived to stand in front of Meredith.

“What other sinister plans do you have, Me