My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 497:

Oliver’s sharp eyes flicked toward Daxton before returning to Kristopher. “And Mr. Garcia?”

“I’ll escort him home and head back myself,” Kristopher replied curtly.

“Understood,” Oliver said with a slight bow before turning to Carrie. “Mrs. Norris, this way, please.” Carrie said a quick goodbye to Daxton and followed Oliver toward the car.

Through the corridor window, Kristopher waited until he saw Carrie step into the vehicle and watched it drive off into the distance. Only then did he turn back to Daxton, his demeanor shifting instantly. “What exactly are you trying to pull here?”

Kristopher’s voice was sharp, like the crack of a whip, every trace of warmth completely gone from his expression.

“What are you accusing me of now?” Daxton raised his injured hand slightly, offering a faint, lopsided smile. “I’m hurt. I’ve got no cash on me. Can’t I ask a friend for a hand?”

back. His tone was biting, his dark eyes narrowed. “Only Carrie falls for your nice-guy routine. With you, not making things worse for everyone else counts as doing

relaxed. “If you don’t believe me, that’s on

frustration boiled over. Without warning, he swung his fist, landing a hard punch squarely on Daxton’s jaw. The impact sent Daxton

knee, Daxton wiped the corner of his mouth, smearing blood across his hand. His pale face remained expressionless, but his deep eyes gleamed with amusement. “You’ve still got quite the temper. What do you think Carrie

to

Daxton’s head snapping to the side. “What’s your plan, huh?” Kristopher growled, his voice low and dangerous. “Do

a brief, intense stare before both

head and spat out

shot toward Kristopher. The punch was aimed straight at Kristopher’s temple. Every move Daxton made was a calculated

quicker. As soon as Daxton swung his arm, Kristopher let go of his collar and smoothly dodged the punch. Daxton’s fist collided with

with ease, casually brushing off