Chapter 72: My Promise

"Go back and tell Marlon I won't let him get what he wants." Esme's voice was icy, with a trace of hatred. Across from her sat an old woman with white hair. "Ms. Waller, you know what he is capable of. Don't fight back, or innocent people might get dragged in."  The old woman's face showed disdain. She clearly didn't take Esme's words seriously. Esme's face went cold. "Are you threatening me?" "Heh, Ms. Waller, I'm just stating the facts." The old woman smiled pleasantly, but there was a hint...