Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Jack's voice was filled with an endless sense of grievance and accusation, yet it seemed to hold back anger, suddenly sounding beside Liz's neck.

It was as if he was about to bite her at any moment.

Liz shivered slightly, tilting her head just a bit.

Thinking about how Remington's Starlight Enterprises and West Enterprises were still closely collaborating, and how Stella was still appearing at Starlight Enterprises as the future lady of the house. Even the top brass at Starlight Enterprises were rolling out the red carpet for Stella.

Liz truly believed it was a possibility.

Her lips curled into a cool smile, "What? Struck a nerve, so now you're getting defensive?"

Her gaze was cold yet captivating.

Even though she was clearly upset with him, and purposely misinterpreting his intentions, Jack couldn't find it in himself to be angry at her.

He lifted her chin, his handsome face suddenly very close.

noses touched,

held her breath, her eyes asking

intently, his lips barely moving,

lips brushed against hers,

"If you have something to say, say

"Which moves?"

a teasing smile playing in

Obviously, the charm offensive.

want to say it outright, as

him, and Jack chuckled

could get more irritated, he sobered up, patiently

victim too. I didn't owe her anything. My guilt was just my own conscience. Over the years, I've supported the Wests, looked after Mr. and Mrs. West, brought Stella back, helped stabilize the stock market for the West family, and ensured Quinn's posthumous child was safely born... If there was any debt, I've long since

eyes suddenly

kidnapped, there was a municipal project up for bidding. That project was practically in Dashiell Enterprises' pocket, just waiting

kidnapping, the Dashiell family was distracted with the search,

managed to pull some strings during this time. After I was found, Stella remained