She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1228:

“Why not give her a ring?” Ellis said, his tone casual but firm. “Whatever she claims later, I’m sure this is their little scheme. You’d be wise to steer clear,” Freya gave a quiet hum of agreement, her voice warm.

With a swift motion, Ellis slipped his hand into his pocket and cut the call, his face unreadable.

Once upon a time, Freya’s sharp mind would’ve caught this trick in a heartbeat. But pregnancy had softened her focus, slowing her quick wit just a touch. Still, she outshone most with her cleverness.

Freya tapped Greta’s number, her resolve steady.

Greta, muttering about Ellis’s sly tricks, answered the call, her tone a mix of irritation and amusement.

Freya asked, her voice clear, “When are you slipping away? I’ll have your back.” Ellis’s brow furrowed, puzzled by her words.

eyes widened, caught off

man beside her, nerves fluttering in her chest. “I’ll make sure no one—not even

this coming. Freya was ready to go toe-to-toe with Ellis

Freya said, her voice brimming with

Freya, suddenly unsure of what might happen next. His

a playful grin in her voice, her teasing side content. She’d only been kidding earlier, craving a short break from the chaos. But then she thought of Freya’s thoroughness. If Freya hid her tracks, no one—not even the sharpest hounds—could

back out?” Freya asked, her brow creasing

her. Was Greta scared of crossing

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erase every trace of me, the thrill of the game will be gone,” Greta explained, picturing the frustrated face of her pursuer when he nearly nabbed her. A sly smile curved her lips. “Look after yourself and

Greta had no worries. She knew he’d make sure Freya had

you?” Freya pressed, concern