67: A Battle For Her Heart

Edward's POV

Seeing Williams slither back into Allison's life like some snake after she got shot made my blood boil.

I never thought I'd see the day when I'd have to endure his presence again, especially not in such a vulnerable situation.

The same bastard who tried to bribe me to stay away from Allison, the rich, insensitive slime who shattered her heart and left her broken.

I wanted nothing more than to put my fist through his face and knock some sense into him, but I couldn't afford to lose control—not then, not when Allison needed stability.

Every time I saw him, my anger flared. It was like he’d been given a free pass to waltz back into her life, like nothing ever happened.

Each encounter with him felt like a direct affront, a taunt. This man, who used his wealth and power to screw over Allison, now stood there looking all concerned, trying to play the hero.

It was infuriating.

I had to keep my cool, though. For Allison's sake. She’d been through enough, and I couldn’t let m