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    Edwin, momentarily thrown off by Jerome’s inquisitive look, regained hisposure. “We’ve always been at odds since childhood. It’s said that knowing your enemy well ensures victory. So, naturally, I’m familiar with her.”


    Jerome simply replied with a “Yeah,” not pressing further. He then leaned towards Kaiden, whispering, “Your wife’s outside waiting.” He subtly nodded towards the door.


    Kaiden, after finishing his whiskey, looked up and noticed Ellie’s silhouette standing outside. Her figure was slender and poised, radiating a dignified air even from a distance.


    Yet, here she was, seeking assistance.


    Around the room, the party continued as usual, but many couldn’t help stealing nces towards the exit, particrly the men, their gazes lingering almost too long.


    Minutester, to everyone’s surprise, Kaiden’s wheelchair made its way toward the exit.


    “Mr. Thorpe?” someone called, but Kaiden didn’t respond.


    The wheelchair moved steadily outside, and Ellie quickly caught up with him. “Kaiden, where are you going?”


    He moved through a private corridor, heading up to the third floor, far away from the pounding music and lively atmosphere of the disco. The third floor was quiet, with only the soft sound of footsteps on the carpet.


    Reaching a room, Kaiden seemed impatient with Ellie’s pace. He grabbed her wrist and pulled her inside.


    Ellie stumbled and fell onto the carpet.


    Bang! The door mmed shut with a resounding thud.


    “Kaiden, you…” Ellie began, but before she could finish, Kaiden, now out of his wheelchair, grasped her chin, forcing her to meet his intense gaze.


    A wave of frustration washed over Ellie, but she reminded herself why she was there.


    Ellie inhaled deeply, striving to stayposed. “Kaiden, I had an urgent issuest night, and I’m sorry for not showing up. There’s a significant reason I needed to see Theo, and I…”


    “Urgent issue?” Kaiden cut her off, his smileced with mockery. “A rendezvous with Erick?”


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    “I wasn’t on a date with him!” Ellie responded quickly, but then she froze, her eyes widening. “Wait… have you been having me followed?”


    How else could Kaiden have known about her encounter with Erick?


    Suddenly, she felt herself being lifted effortlessly by Kaiden.


    Her world spun as she was pushed onto the sofa.


    Her body twisted ufortably, but it was his firm grip on her jaw that truly unsettled her. She felt trapped, like a bird ensnared in a.


    “You regret marrying me?” Kaiden’s voice was cold, his face dangerously close to hers as he recalled her hospital admission. “Can’t get over him? You felt coerced into this marriage? Marrying me only because he betrayed you? Is that it, Ellie?”


    “Having me followed?” Ellie was incredulous and furious. “Kaiden, do you have no respect for privacy?”


    Anger creased her delicate features, her frustration mounting. Kaiden’s anger manifested in chilling calmness. “Upset because you’re embarrassed?”


    “What the hell…” Ellie scoffed at the absurdity. “Yes, I am upset! I didn’t even know you. Why would I marry a stranger if not to clear the Gordons’ debt?”


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