Forbidden Passion

Chapter 49 Be framed

The morning meeting at the QUEEN Entertainment's conference room was abruptly interrupted when the doors flew open with a loud bang against the wall. Startled, everyone's heads turned towards the entrance to see Theodore standing there, his brooding presence sending chills down their spines.

Phoebe knew Theodore's expressions like the back of her hand, and the look on his face spelled trouble for her. Hastily, she announced, "That's enough for today's meeting, everyone. You're dismissed."

As the attendees respectfully greeted Theodore on their way out, John quickly shut the conference room door behind them.

Tossing her pen onto the table with an air of defiance, Phoebe cocked an eyebrow at Theodore. "Mr. Reynolds, you must have a reason for interrupting our meeting."

Theodore's approach was slow and deliberate, each step a heavy weight on Phoebe's chest. She fought the urge to flee, instead lifting her chin to meet his furious gaze.

"Phoebe," he towered over her, "I'll ask you one more time, why were you crying earlier?"

"Didn't I tell you I

with a forceful grip. Stepping forward, his sinister eyes

opened

over wanting a divorce, even daring to spin tales to my father? Do you think

her tears moments ago was now so cruel and different. "You can stop dreaming!" Theodore's heart was

Phoebe was speechless...

rush of fresh air filled her lungs as she lay there, coughing

in anger. Perhaps Brandon had said something to

a cold chill

any time she came close to it, he'd make her life

around the corner, concerned.

she had decided to wear slacks today - they spared her some