The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 25

"If you go against me, you're setting yourself up for disaster this year."

Freya got up, turned around, and was about to leave. Just as she reached the door, she paused and said, "Oh, by the way, Mr. Sutton, I forgot to mention that I haven't told Audrey how you've been bullying me. What do you reckon? Whose side will she take after our little chat?" Kieran fumed. "Freya!"

"Kieran, the fact that I haven't spilled the beans about your antics with the Dawson Group is the most generous I can be. Drop your childish schemes. I, Freya Dawson, will never bow down to you. And trust me, you're in for a rough year." Kieran was too mad to say anything. "You!"

Freya left Kieran's room, shutting the door firmly behind her.

Kieran felt a surge of frustration building inside him. 'This woman is threatening me and cursing me with bad luck? Is she trying to get my attention this way? Nice try!'

Johanna's laughter. "Make yourself at home, dear. Don't be shy about anything. If you want anything, let me know, and I'll get it for you." "Thank

smile faded, "Oh, look who's home.

sharp tongue. She noticed a girl sitting on the sofa, probably in her early twenties, with delicate features and a slender figure.

the girl didn't resemble Eloise, her

who

these years. I brought her here to stay for a while." Johanna

Kara Orson seemed

explained that as long as I behaved, I could enjoy a life similar to Ms. Dawson's.'

don't you pull some strings and get Kara in there, too? It would be nice for you two