Chapter 46: Threats & Opportunities

“Are you ready to continue this battle in court?” Arthur repeated threateningly. I gazed at the serious expression that he had on his face. His eyebrows were furrowed as he glared at the phone, waiting expectantly for his answer. “Kevin?” Arthur’s voice was low, harsh, and almost demanding. Arthur’s eyes were completely locked on it, the thought of him being at the other side of the line already made Arthur grimace in disgust. I leaned in closer in anticipation.

All we could hear was silence from the other side of the line.

The silence that filled my room made my blood as cold as the air that crept through my open window. Bereft of any wind the leaves outside hung limp until they fell of their own accord, there was no whispering noise or rustling. It was as if nature decided to stay silent as well, waiting expectantly for Kevin’s response.