Chapter 150: Fire Poison

"I know putting you in this position is unfair, Young Master… but I don't have any other choice." Persephone Silkston's eyes brimmed with tears, her voice trembling as she fought to keep it steady. "My father spent years trying to save me, and he paid for it. He's left with a crippling hidden injury. He only has half a year left. If you won't help… my father will die." Archie Cutmore let out a quiet sigh. Pity stirred in his chest. "Miss Silkston, get up first," he said gently. "Tell me exactly...