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Chapter 12: A husband’s caress

Author: Camila Smith
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-19 03:20:29

Sophia swallowed hard, her mind racing for an answer that wouldn't ignite his temper. But she didn't get the chance to speak.

Ethan rose from the chair in one fluid motion, the muscles in his shoulders tensing as he closed the distance between them. "You didn't answer my question," he murmured, reaching out to tuck a strand of hair behind her ear. The touch was deceptively gentle, but the steel in his eyes betrayed the storm raging beneath the surface.

Sophia forced herself to hold his gaze. "I went out," she admitted, careful to keep her voice even. But within, she shook with fear.

She didn't fully know who she was married to and his capability. The fight he had with Alex made her understand this.

His hand trailed down the side of her neck, lingering just a second too long before curling around her throat—not squeezing, just resting there, possessive. "Out," he echoed mockingly. "And I suppose you thought I wouldn't find out where you went?"

Her brows furrowed. "What do you me
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