Forbidden Passion

Chapter 537 Making Her Give Up Completely

Phoebe was listening to Vanessa, her eyes darting over to Theodore as he got up. Every time she saw those two together, it felt like a punch to the gut.

She knew she shouldn't be so hung up on it, but damn, she couldn't help the jealousy.

With a tight-lipped smile, Phoebe said, "Taylor, I'm heading down to the lobby."

"Sure thing, let me know if you need some cash." Taylor gave her hand a reassuring pat. Phoebe didn't even glance back at Theodore and Vanessa before making her exit.

Out of nowhere, Vanessa called after her, "Ms. Ziegler, I'm heading to the lobby, too. Let's go together."

Phoebe's brow furrowed. What was Vanessa playing at? She didn't want to deal with her, but walking away would make her look scared.

She shot Vanessa a look. "Miss Fitzroy, lead the way."

Theodore watched them leave, frowning. He turned to Taylor. "What's Phoebe doing in the lobby?"

"There's a kid at Queen Entertainment whose mom needs surgery. Phoebe's gonna help with the medical bills. She's got a big heart," Taylor explained.

"Yeah, she'd probably rescue a stray dog herself," Theodore muttered. He sat back down, eyeing the fancy food Vanessa had brought from some five-star joint. Taylor didn't even give it a second look before chucking it in the trash. Taylor plopped down next to Theodore. "I heard you were glued to Sophia's bedside recently. What was that about?"

"Sophia was in bad shape, and James was so stressed he got sick. Vanessa was all alone, and I was worried," Theodore said.

Taylor shot him a glare, clearly pissed. "Worried? Are you their son-in-law now? Theodore, you used to have more sense." "Mom, there's nothing going on between us," Theodore said, annoyed. Taylor's anger flared. "Who'd believe that? Does Phoebe buy it?"

"Why wouldn't she?" Theodore asked, genuinely confused.

she wanted to poke him in the

deal. He was just at the hospital, no funny business with

do anything wrong. What's the big deal?" Theodore

a loss

sick, and Phoebe was taking care of her, staying out

at yourself. I just made up a scenario, and you're losing it. But

Theodore was speechless.

his blood boil. If Phoebe ever did that, he'd lock her up

angry face, Taylor said seriously, "Theodore, you need to think

pressed his lips together, staying

text. She

good progress in rehab. Her leg could bear weight now, but it would be

had worsened because of Phoebe, she wanted to

Can't snag Theodore, so you butter up

shift in attitude had to

slipped her phone back into her pocket. She looked at the fuming Vanessa and said coolly, "Jealousy really does make people ugly. There's some truth to that." Vanessa

pro. You were stunning back then." Vanessa was caught off guard by the compliment. She was stunned for a second, then got suspicious again. "You think buttering me up will make me give up on Theodore? Keep dreaming." Phoebe smirked and pointed at

with rage, and

it with one hand, her eyes icy. "Vanessa, if I were you, after all

let go, causing Vanessa to stumble back and hit

back. "Phoebe, don't get cocky. Theodore is mine. You know why he stayed at the

and divorce Theodore.

stood tall, but

Theodore had feelings for Vanessa, but as long as he didn't ask for a divorce, she could

ask for a divorce. As long as he asks, I won't say no,"