The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 57

Feeling utterly drained, Freya could barely muster the energy to stay upright.

The driver, Farrell's words echoed ominously in her head.

Could it seriously be Johanna? The thought turned Freya's stomach sour. Johanna couldn't wait to make her move!

The creak of the door snapped Freya back to reality. Hanley's smug, conniving face was leering at her in no time.

"Man, Mr. Sutton doesn't know how to enjoy life, ditching a bombshell like you for someone as dull as Eloise. If I were him, I wouldn't even think about disrespecting you in front of others. I'd be too busy valuing every moment we have!" Barely containing his excitement, Hanley edged closer.

Freya fought back the urge to vomit, frantically thinking of a way to escape.

hotel. The luxury hinted at its purpose as a playground for the elite. With security likely tighter

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if I do?" Hanley taunted, brushing Freya's cheek, his touch igniting her disgust. "Mr. Sutton has cast you aside. I even asked him, and he's given me the green light. Even if I were to rough you up, he wouldn't bat an eye." Hearing Kieran had seemingly

voice steady despite the turmoil inside. "He's made his disdain for me clear enough.

mention of Audrey made Hanley hesitate, if

me. If you tarnish my honor, your precious Upton family will be doomed.

would Audrey welcome you with open arms when you sleep

sure, go ahead. It'll be your family's downfall,

with Freya's confidence, Hanley seemed torn. Just then, a knock at

server pushing in a