Chapter 23

"Are you in love with Klein?" Zach's question cut through the tension, his tone laced with frustration and hurt.

"What?" Evangeline asked in disbelief, her brows furrowing.

"Are you suspecting me of cheating? Zach, you're the one who cheated. Don't act like I'd do the same," she spat, her words dripping with resentment.

"You're acting so strong and stubborn, Evangeline. You think you're almighty just because you own this high-end company? I would like to remind you that I could take all of this away in just a snap," Zach threatened, his voice cold and calculated.

Evangeline flinched at his words, a surge of fear coursing through her veins. Zach had always wielded his power over her effortlessly, and she couldn't shake the feeling of vulnerability that washed over her.

But she refused to back down. "Don't you dare," she opposed, her hands clenched at her sides, her eyes blazing with defiance.

"Try me, Evangeline, my love," Zach smirked, his touch soft as he brushed her cheek.

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