Valeria Is Awake

"I need the money for a project I'm working on. Don't ask me what kind of project. I will let you know once I'm done, but for now, it remains a secret," Ergon said.

Deep down, he hoped Noah wouldn't insist on what he needed the money for because he wouldn't be able to explain himself.

"Okay, I will give you the money, but I do hope you will show me the results, just as you've claimed," Noah stated.

"You don't have to worry, brother, I will make sure you see exactly what I'm talking about.

He waited for Noah to sign the check for him, and the moment he did, he took the cheque from him and immediately headed for the door. Just then, he was stopped by Noah.

"I'm sure you know where Valeria is, don't you?"

Ergon paused. He never expected Noah to be so direct with his question, but then, it was entirely his call to make Noah believe or not believe him.

He slowly turned around, maintaining a stern appearance.

"What are you talking about?" Ergon asked, as if he had no idea what Noah was