Love Game With The Rebel Billionaire

Chapter 129: Endure The Pain For Now

I rested my head on Mason's shoulder as he gently stroked my hair, trying to ease my pain. But I had to stay strong. That's what Evangeline would want. I had to find who did this.

No, Sapphire-I already knew who did.

"Can you stay with her for a bit-"

"Where is she?"

I stopped mid-sentence as Haze arrived. He looked like he hadn't slept but had come immediately, asking for Evangeline.

I wondered if Mason had called him or if he'd learned the news himself since we were in his hospital.

"There," I replied, pointing toward the operating room.

Haze brushed his hair back and bit his lower lip, as though deep in thought.

"Damn it, what the hell are you two doing? Why is your life in danger now? Did you really think I wouldn't find out that your car exploded too?"

"What the fuck?" Mason's eyes bore into mine as he heard Haze's words. His brows furrowed, his disbelief written all over his face.

That was why I called Luna to clean up the mess quickly. But Haze, sharp as always, still managed to catch wind of it. I knew he'd been suspicious for a while now.

He's aware there's more to Senator Windwood's death than meets the eye.

He didn't look like the Haze I knew. His brows were furrowed, and one brow was arched skeptically at me. His usual lighthearted demeanor was replaced with a dark, melancholic aura.

His concern was obvious, especially as his gaze drifted toward the operating room.

"I just didn't think it was necessary," I replied, brushing back my hair. "What matters is that I survived-"

Don't you realize that if Ash were here, he'd

of that name. Until I have concrete evidence proving he's not

was the last thing

tone sharp and commanding.

voice. "Do you still not trust me, Sapphire? After everything, I've been the one supporting you for years. Just so you know, I'd never risk your safety." That's exactly what Ash told

bit my tongue. He

heavy sigh, he seemed to accept

Mason muttered, walking to a

operating room. He whispered something to her,

to see them moving Evangeline

Greensmith?" I grabbed Haze by the collar and shoved

reflexive reaction, and I momentarily forgot who

of the guards started to approach us, but Haze raised a hand, stopping him. The

I demanded. "We're literally right here! You

can't even protect yourself. How do you

such a room, no one would be able to touch her.

dictate your actions." He tapped the spot over my heart for emphasis. "What

raised a

playing with

room. "I'm an adult, Sapphire. I don't play games. Don't question my

an intense stare. "I'll watch over her for now. Mason will help me, so you can focus on what you were supposed to do earlier." Right. I had almost forgotten. I

exit, but suddenly, someone grabbed me and pulled me into an

"Who the fuck-Ash?"

I knew it was Ash standing before me, holding me in

his scent, his presence-it was exactly as I remembered

his embrace brought

ask this, but bear with the pain for now. I promise you, everything will be under control." Those