"So what's this big secret about my mother?" I demanded, keeping my eyes locked on Gideon's smug face.
His smile widened, revealing yellowed teeth. "Not so fast. I said I'd tell you after I get the rest of the money."
I clenched my jaw. "You just promised to tell me now."
"Did I?" Gideon's eyes glinted with malice. "My memory must be failing me. Thirty thousand more, and then we'll talk."
Before I could respond, a familiar voice cut through our conversation.
"Well, well. What a touching family reunion."
I turned to see Fiona approaching, her designer heels clicking against the hospital floor. Her red dress clung to her figure, and her lips curved into a mocking smile.
"Fiona," I said flatly.
She ignored me, focusing on Gideon. "Uncle dearest, I thought we had an agreement."
Gideon's confidence faltered. "Fiona! I was just... catching up with my other niece."
