However, Zane didn't show up at all. Yelena just couldn't understand why.

...

After dinner, I took Willow with me to pick up Zane. We had barely reached the hotel entrance when he walked out. His usual gentle gaze landed on Willow and me as he asked, "Wasn't it a hassle to come all this way just for me?"

Willow instantly dove into his arms. "Not at all, Daddy! I'm happy as long as I get to see you."

Zane held her close with a fond smile. "Is that so?"

Willow nodded eagerly. After I got into the car, Zane handed Willow over to me. We had barely settled in when Yelena caught up, her eyes red from crying.

"Zane, do you have any idea what just happened to me?" she demanded.

Zane's gaze rested on her. "What?"

said, "I was nearly taken advantage of at the party, and you just stood

unsure of what she

are true. But you're unwilling to cooperate and are dissatisfied no matter what they propose. So, what do you

a moment to gather her thoughts. "I just

unnecessary drama at dinner parties.

one would be stupid enough to

what had happened. Even if she wanted to

her eyes settled on me sitting in the car. Suddenly,

guard. Why

my composure and smiled. "I came with my daughter to pick up my husband. Is

"You must be the

cut her off. "First of all, I'm not as decent as you make me out to be. Stop confusing

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