Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Chapter 153

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van’s gaze lingered on the dance floor, his eyes narrowing as he watched Ethan and Lily move in perfect harmony. His voice carried a hint of unease as he spoke. “Why? Hearing all these whispers.. I can’t help bur think they might be right.”

Rose’s face hardened, her fists clenching at her sides. “No, Ryan. That’s impossible. Ethan can’t be Lily’s husband. There’s no way! I refuse to believe it.”

Ryan’s brows furrowed as he gestured towards the couple. “But look at them. Everyone knows Ethan avoids women like the plague. He’s cold, distant… but tonight, he’s holding her like she’s the most precious thing in the world. Doesn’t that seem odd to you?”

Rose’s jealousy bubbled to the surface as her voice turned sharp. “Maybe she tricked him. That woman has always been cunning. Don’t forget her true nature, Ryan. If Ethan were really her husband, do you think we’d still be standing here, unharmed?”

Ryan paused, her words sinking in. Slowly, he nodded. “You you might be right. But still-

“No ‘but, Ryan!” Rose cut him off sharply. Her eyes gleamed with suspicion. “This must be one of her games. She’s using Ethan to confuse us, to divert our attention. Her real husband must be here somewhere, blending in with the crowd. We just need to keep watching her.”

Ryan’s lips pressed into a thin line. “Alright, you’re right. We’ll keep an eye on her. If she interacts with anyone suspicious tonight, we’ll know,”

Just then, Rose’s phone buzzed in her clutch. She glanced at the screen and frowned. “Ryan, keep watching her. I’ll be right back.”

Without waiting for his reply, she turned and disappeared through the crowd, her phone pressed to her ear.

Left alone, Ryan’s gaze wandered back to the dance floor. The vibrant energy of the ballroom contrasted sharply with the storm brewing inside him. Guests twirled across the floor in pairs, their laughter and joy filling the space. But his attention remained fixed on Lily.

pouring himself a glass of whiskey. Sitting alone, he sipped slowly, his eyes never leaving her.

into unwanted fantasies–images of himself dancing with her, holding her close, whispering sweet words into her ear. As the alcohol numbed his senses, his imagination grew bolder. crossing lines he knew he

of the whiskey couldn’t ease the fire of jealousy raging within him. His grip on the glass tightened until his knuckles turned white. Then, out of the corner of his eye, he noticed Lily leaning in to whisper something to Ethan before stepping away.

his intoxicated mind buzzing with curiosity. Without hesitation, he placed the empty glass back on the counter and stood up,

he was determined to find

and twisted desire, stayed fixed on her figure. He noticed

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walking back toward the hall, Ryan seized the moment. He lunged forward, grabbing her arm and pinning her against the cold wall.

Ryan? Let go of me this instant!”

his breath. “Lily… baby… you look so fiery when you’re angry. So… incredibly… sexy,” he slurred, his face

no matter how much she twisted and turned,

Ryan!” she screamed, glancing desperately down the hallway. But the music from the

you’re going to scream, save it

eyes burned with rage. “You’re crossing a line, Ryan! Do you know who my

husband? That old man? Come on, Lily. You deserve someone young. someone who can truly satisfy you. Trust me, baby, one night with me and you’ll be begging for more. Or… is it about the money? Don’t

glared daggers at him. “Ryan,” she said coldly, “I warned you

her strength, she lifted her knee to strike him where it would hurt most. But Ryan anticipated

“Oh

mockingly. “You think I’d let you do that twice? Not tonight.”