Chapter 29 - THE SNOW-BOUND FORTRESS
Inside the grand stone hall of Schloss Von Bern, a roaring fireplace illuminated ancient tapestries and suits of armor.
Sitting in a high-backed leather armchair was Baron Erik von Bern, an elderly man with piercing blue eyes and silver hair.
"Welcome to Switzerland, Miss Vance," Baron von Bern greeted her, offering a slight, formal bow of his head.
"Let's skip the pleasantries, Baron," Sierra said, stepping into the center of the hall with absolute composure.
"I have the microchip, and I want a signed non-aggression covenant guaranteed by your Swiss legal trust," she demanded.
Baron von Bern smiled faintly, taking a slow sip from a porcelain teacup set on a small mahogany table.
"You are very bold, Sierra," the Baron remarked softly. "Just like Julian Sterling was when he came to me two years ago."
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Sierra froze, her eyes narrowing as the connection between Julian and the Swiss bank became crystal clear.
"Julian didn't shove Lily because he was angry," Sierra realized in a sudden burst of shock. "He shoved her to grab the chip!"
