"What is it that you want to tell me?" Lecter asked Anna. She exhaled and then tried to find her voice."The doctors told me that the accident not only affected my pregnancy, but it has caused an irreparable damage to my womb. As a result, I can no longer have any biological child of my own," she said to Lecter who froze."Were you ever planning on telling me this?" Lecter asked her."Of course. But I just didn't know how to say it. I guess I was afraid of losing you. I know how much you love children and the idea of not being able to give you one kid didn't sit will with me. That's why I actually left the house. Maybe this pregnancy is not a bad thing after all." Anna said to Lecter."Did you really think that not being able to give me a child will make me love you any less? I love you, Anna. Nothing can ever change that fact. We are one forever. My love for you is unconditional, and I hope you can always remember this when times get difficult," Lecter told her and kissed her deeply.

"What do you mean?" Bruce asked, shaking. He suspected that the answer to that question will be one that he did not like but he decided to ask anyway."Years ago, you killed someone. You convicted a wrong person for a crime and although the case got you a promotion, it ruined a lot of things for you, did it not? What was his name again, Mike?" Lecter said to Bruce."What do you mean by that? What are you driving at?" Bruce asked Lecter. Lecter got up and slowly approached Bruce."I placed Venita in a place where she will never hurt anyone else. And I did it without any remorse. She killed my child, almost killed my wife and now because of her actions, I can not have a biological child with Anna. Do you have any idea how that feels?" Lecter asked him. "What she got was justice. And as for you, detective Bruce, I guess it is time for you t leave the police force now. With this knowledge, duty compels you to report me, but I'm sure you won't. Not with what I have on you. So, what will y

Lecter's eyes narrowed as he gazed at Lenore, his voice low and menacing. "Remember, my dear, when you meet with Anna, you must be...respectful."Lenore's eyes widened, her voice trembling. "Y-yes, of course, Lecter. I understand."Lecter's smile was cold and calculating. "Good. Anna is...particular about certain things. And I would hate for you to...disappoint her."Lenore swallowed hard, her mind racing with the implications. She knew that Lecter's wife was not to be trifled with, that she was a force to be reckoned with."I'll be careful, Lecter," she promised, her voice barely above a whisper.Lecter's eyes gleamed with satisfaction. "Excellent. I knew I could count on you, Lenore. Now, go. Anna is waiting for you."And with that, Lenore was dismissed, sent off to face the formidable Anna Lecter alone. She knew that her fate, and that of her unborn child, hung in the balance. One wrong move, and everything could come crashing down around her.Lenore stood nervously in the opulent

"I am so happy that you were able to seal this deal boss. Winning an exclusive contract to the oil rig is no small deal. This is a new milestone for Sunrise Enterprises and it could only be due to your diligence," Kurt praised Lecter while they received their own part of the contract deed that Lecter had signed with the government.Lecter smiled while looking at the contract. It was definitely a new milestone for the company."Thank you, Kurt. Your inputs didn't go unnoticed as well. I know how much you and your team dedicated into this. I'm glad that it all worked out in the end." Lecter replied. Kurt scoffed."You humble me with your praises boss. Everyone knows that you were the one who spearheaded the entire operation. You even decided to write the proposal yourself. And we are grateful you did." Kurt said and then stood up."The day is almost done. We are having some drinks tonight. Do you want to accompany us?" He asked Lecter."Maybe some other time, Kurt. There is still some t

Morris Thorn, pulled up to the curb in his sleek sedan, nodding to the waiting Conrald. Conrald's car had broken down, and he stormed out of the place over anger with his recent dealings with Lecter."Hop in, Mr Conrald. I'll give you a ride home." Morris had quickly looked up Conrald on the internet.Conrald, a middle-aged businessman with a reputation for ruthless dealings, smiled and slid into the passenger seat. "Thanks, stranger. I appreciate it. And you are?" Conrald asked."Morris Thorn. CEO of Thorn incorporated,""Ah. Nice,"As they drove through the city, they discussed a recent partnership, a lucrative venture that had Morris's company providing tech services to another's empire. Morris was proud of the agreement, but Conrald's condescending tone made him feel like a junior partner.As they approached Conrald's estate, Morris's unease grew. The imposing gates and high walls surrounding the property seemed to loom over him. He had never been comfortable with displays of weal