Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 88

Nolan’s jaw practically hit the floor, and his cheeks flushed with a rare shade of red from the audacity of Whitney’s comment.

“Bold words, Whitney,” he stammered, trying to mask his surprise with a chuckle.

Ludwik’s gaze darkened, taking in the sight of the petite woman before him, her cheeks aflame with

indignation. Her delicate hand, soft as a feather, pinched his jawline, a gesture so light it only tickled him. But the itch spread to his throat, a subtle Adam’s apple bobbing with a sensual threat.

Just like the smoldering look in his eyes.

Whitney turned to him, only to catch him watching her. Repulsed, she released his chin and shot him a fierce glare.

Ludwik’s lips curved into a sly grin.

His feisty little kitten was back.

“Big Bro! Look at her, shameless and insulting me. Make her leave,” Hannah complained, leaning closer to Ludwik for support.

His cold gaze swept over her. “Get out,” he commanded with an icy sharpness.

Whitney froze, her heart sinking.

“Did you hear that? He said get out, Whitney!” Hannah sneered with malicious satisfaction.

“I’m talking to you.” Ludwik’s handsome face was stone–cold, his patience wearing thin. He pushed Hannah away with disdain.

“Nolan!” He growled, his brows knitting in disapproval. “How did this woman get in?”

Nolan glanced at Hannah, clearly exasperated. “How was I supposed to know? I heard Whitney was here and immediately came to fetch you.”

Whitney looked up at Elaine, who seemed to have excluded herself from all this mess. “Seems like Hannah arrived with Elaine,” Whitney mentioned offhandedly.

Ludwik’s eyes snapped to Elaine.

Caught off guard by Whitney’s sudden accusation, Elaine smiled innocently. “Oh, Whitney, that’s not fair. I just bumped into Hannah at the door, right, Hannah?”

Hannah, who had promised not to involve Elaine, nodded in agreement. “This vindictive woman is slandering others. I’ve been at the club for a while now.”

Whitney’s smile held a tinge of innocence. “Look at you guys getting all worked up. I just mentioned it. I didn’t say I was certain Hannah came with Elaine. Besides, it wouldn’t be a big deal if she did, right?”

Ludwik’s gaze lingered on Elaine, his brows furrowing slightly.

Elaine’s heart sank as Whitney expertly turned the tables on her. She had worked hard to maintain an image of

harmlessness in front of

focus on mending things between Bro and Whitney,” Elaine urged, helping Hannah up and portraying herself as

Suddenly, she felt a warmth behind her. Through the corner of her eye, she saw L’s strong arm assertively reaching over, resting on her seat as if embracing

scooting away, but

gleamed with a warm intensity, his voice a low, intoxicating rumble, “Do you remember that I’m your husband?”

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of shadows in the dim light, he resembled a handsome

was holding back so much anger. “Not

kitten’s paw had brushed it, ticklish and stirring. He clasped. her small hand firmly, sighing softly, “Will you come home with

Home…

and bitter. He still knew they had a home. He even talked about creating a real home

After days of neglect….

escape as she abruptly stood

but his lips curved into a sly smile. With his long strides, he caught

time, scooping her up effortlessly and heading to the

the eager assistant,

brooding night sky, Elaine watched the scene unfold

tenderly helped into the car by Ludwik. Elaine’s heart twisted in pain, her

her next plan all

it, Elaine,” Hannah seethed

she was still useful. Elaine forced a smile. “Don’t give up, Hannah.

that wench Whitney pays!” Hannah vowed through gritted

once Whitney was out of

as Whitney sat as far away from Ludwik as possible,

suddenly received a message from Mr. Lippert:

stealthily glanced at the ‘oceanic gulf‘ between Mr. Lippert and his lady, admiring the ruthless yet

move.

The heat was off.

in, the

wrapped in her light sweater,

mirror, noting the boss‘ brooding eyes.

Speechless, Felix’s jaw twitched.

not coax his

quite cold. Perhaps you could sit closer to your husband, or he could wrap

She glanced sideways at the composed man beside her, this mature rascal

She huffed in annoyance.

extending the warm garment

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coldly, tossing the

man merely