Chapter 428

Madeline slipped away to the backyard, Trevon's declaration of "She will always be my wife" lost to the wind.

If she had heard it, she might have lost it and sent him flying.

She had wanted Trevon gone, and Stephen had saved her the trouble. No need to deal with him herself.

Willa was so spooked thatshe could not even sip her boba tea without feeling like she was committing a crime, stealing glances at Madeline.

Madeline's glare was fierce enough to make her think she was plotting a murder.

"Keep your head in the game. Fix this bit, and you're golden."

Madeline's voice cut through the silence, catching Willa off guard. She was about to ruin the whole painting with a single stroke—a mistake that selling herself would not make up for.

Willa dabbed at the sweat on her brow and stammered out an apology. "I'm so sorry. I'll watch myself, promise no repeats."

Madeline gave a subtle shake of her head, a silent signal that she was not on board with the idea.

It was not until the offi