"Because you realized the risk was far greater than what you were comfortable with," Darius said calmly.

But Noah started trembling. He looked at Darius in terror. He didn't expect Darius to see right through him after some simple back-and-forth. His eyes widened in fear.

Everything that was happening now made him feel like he was dreaming. Noah had only been a step away from success, yet Darius had ruined everything.

Tears filled his eyes as he gazed at Darius. "I've said everything there is t