A billionaire discovers his daughter hiding during a wedding—until she reveals a chilling message that changes everything and shatters the ceremony.

Vanessa’s voice came through clearly, though muffled by distance.

“She saw Hannah’s name. I don’t know how much she read.”

Daniel Price answered, “Then keep her away from Everett until after the ceremony. Once he signs the post-ceremony packet, leverage shifts.”

Vanessa said, “She’ll cry.”

“Children cry.”

Then Patricia’s voice, sharp as a knife: “If Everett continue reading …