Chapter 50 Theo's smile was faint , but it held the cold cruelty of a devil . He loomed over Lena , watching her condescendingly . Lena's voice trembled so badly it barely formed words . Her legs threatened to give out However , Theo wasn't about to let up . He dragged out each syllable , his smirk deepening . " Are you drinking or not ? " The other escorts , clearly enjoying the spectacle , urged her . " Come on , answer ! Are you drinking or not ? " - Lena's face burned red , then drained pale . The pressure and the fear all became too much . A dizzying wave of panic washed over her , and she collapsed . Anathea reacted instantly , catching her just before she hit the ground . " Lena ! " Lena's face was streaked with tears . " It's over … Nat , I'm done … " It wasn't just the scorpions that terrified her . She was also allergic to alcohol . Drinking that would be a death sentence . Adrian watched the scene unfold , unease creeping into his expression . He was just about to step in and put a stop up to Theo's game when Anathea fixed Theo with an unwavering gaze . " One million per glass . Mr. Harrington , do you stand by your word ? If I finish three drinks , will you give me three million ? " Theo was caught off guard . He sneered . " What ? Are you that desperate for money ? " " Yes . " Anathea's answer was immediate , without the slightest hesitation . After all , she desperately . y needed those three million dollars . Theo cast a glance in Gregory's direction , a flicker of amusement flashing in his eyes . " Ms. Jacobson , I heard you're married to a rich guy . And yet , you're short on cash ? What's the matter ? Is your husband refusing to give you money ? " His tone was laced with mockery , every word dripping with insinuation . Anathea remained silent . She knew Theo was seizing the opportunity to humiliate her . Yet , it was true , so she had no way to deny it The other escorts burst into laughter . " She must be so desperate for money ! " " Seriously , how broke does she have to be to even consider drinking that ? " Gregory's paz ' s gaze flickered toward Anathea , dark and unreadable . Adrian caught the glance and asked , " You know her ? " " No , " Gregory replied nonchalantly . Anathea didn't notice Gregory's gaze as her focus remained locked on Theo . " If 1 finish all three glasses , will you leave Lena alone ? " " Of course . One glass , one million . Three glasses , three million . And I won't bother her again . " For all his cruelty , he wasn't one to go back on his word . " But are you sure ? Do you dare to drink it ? " Theo's voice was laced with disdain . He leaned forward , both hands resting on the table , the three glasses of liquor between them . Each glass held a scorpion , But even numbed by the high - proof liquor , there was no guarantee they wouldn't lash out the moment someone took a sip . The consequences could be disastrous with one sting . Even the other two scions frowned , sensing that Theo might have taken things a bit too far this time . Yet , curiosity flickered in their eyes as they turned to Anathea . They wondered whether this delicate , slender woman would truly have the audacity to drink . Anathea took a deep breath , her gaze fixed on the glasses before her . Without hesitation , she reached for one , swirling the liquid inside Lena squeezed her eyes shut in fear , unable to watch . Even those escorts fell silent , looking at Anathea nervously . Meanwhile , Theo watched her intently . He didn't believe for a second that she would drink it . But then , she lifted the glass to her lips and drank it without hesitation . A brief flash of surprise crossed Theo's face . He was shocked that Anathea truly dared to drink it . For a moment , he felt complicated . As the alcohol hit her systeth , Anathea could already feel the effects creeping in . She rarely drank . Her tolerance was virtually nonexistent . But if three million dollars were on the line , she was willing to take the risk . By the time she downed the second glass , her steps faltered . The burn in her throat was unbearable , sending her into a coughing fit . She gripped the table for support , barely managing to steady herself . " Theo , that's enough ! " Adrian warned as he watched Anathea sway unsteadily . Theo didn't respond . He simply kept his eyes on her , waiting for her to give up. Anathea's pale skin was now tinged with a deep flush . She felt dizzy , and her body was light and unsteady . Yet , she simply shook it off , forcing herself to stay upright . Afterward , she reached for the third glass and lifted it to her lips . " Enough , " Gregory commanded coldly ,