She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 638:

After one final glance at her, he turned and left with the man, the basement door swinging shut behind them.

The sound echoed, heavy and jarring.

Not long after, Ashley burst in, her face written with alarm. “Why did you lock Freya in the basement?”

“You feeling sorry for her?” Brendan lifted her chin with cold amusement. Ashley froze.

She remembered—she and Freya weren’t supposed to be on friendly terms. In front of Brendan, any concern would be dangerous.

“If you’re so worried she’s frightened, I could send you in to keep her company.” His voice was soft, but it sent a shiver up her spine. “Do you want that?”

Yes.

The answer screamed in Ashley’s mind.

But she couldn’t say it out loud.

had warned her—don’t give anything away

necessary,” Ashley

clean glass, poured some wine, and handed it to her. “Drink. Get some rest. There’s more work

icy fingers and obediently took a

patted her head with an approving

Ashley shuddered

but there was no warmth in

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on up.” Ashley hesitated. She looked back a few times, but eventually climbed the stairs

woman strode in from outside, still wearing a motorcycle jacket—clearly just

ease and refinement. Upon seeing her,

Natasha dropped herself

raised an eyebrow.

track.” She poured herself a glass of water. “I still haven’t cracked the virus she buried in

passed through Brendan’s expression, his brows

you be so sure my