Chapter 71: Don't Overstep

"Clara, your error ain't just that you tried to off an innocent soul to climb the ladder for your daughter and grandkid," Stacey's face was a mask, unreadable. "Our rules are crystal clear: we mend the righteous and harm the wicked. You crossed the line, and I'm just setting things right." "Do you really think you can kill me?" Clara couldn't swallow the idea that Stacey could put an end to her. She had studied poison for over fifty years; it was hard to believe that anyone could surpass her skills. But, she had to own up that the years were bearing down on her. Her health was on the downhill, and she was savvy enough to know that going toe-to-toe with Stacey would be a mug's game. With that in mind, she turned and walked away. Stacey did nothing to stop her. "Are you just going to let her go?" Robert asked anxiously. "What if she comes back for revenge?" "Revenge?" Stacey chuckled coldly, "She won't get the chance." Robert frowned as Clara tripped and fell to the ground in he