The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire's Ex-Wife

Chapter 114

Chapter 114: Encounter at the Riding Club

Angela POV

"Angela, let me introduce you to my opponent for today's race-Sean Shaw, CEO of Shaw

Group."

My face paled instantly at Tristan's introduction, fighting to keep my composure. Know him? If only Tristan knew just how well.

"Sean and I have a friendly rivalry that goes back years," Tristan continued, oblivious to

my distress. He turned to me with a charming smile. "Angela, would you like to ride with me? Experience the thrill from horseback?"

I searched frantically for an excuse, any reason to extract myself from this nightmare. But

before I could formulate a response, Tristan was already guiding me closer to the field

where Sean sat astride his powerful black stallion.

The sight of him after all these years sent electricity through my veins. Dressed entirely in black riding attire that emphasized his athletic build, his sharp features seemed even more defined than I remembered.

In one fluid motion, Sean dismounted, his movements betraying years of equestrian training.

His gaze fell on me like a blade, studying every inch of my face as if committing it

to memory-or perhaps searching for changes the years had wrought.

"Angela is my companion today," Tristan announced, his hand possessively touching my

elbow.

"Companion?" Sean's voice was low and dangerous, the single word carrying unmistakable skepticism.

Tristan's smile widened, clearly enjoying Sean's reaction. "What do you think? She's quite special, isn't she? For fairness, you should have a companion too."

Shaw, please allow me! I'm Jessica, I can be your companion.

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at the

with casual magnanimity. "This lady

attention

think I should- I began, desperate to extricate myself from this situation. "Don't worry," Jessica interrupted, taking my arm.

we walked toward the changing areas,

Are you his new girlfriend? I'm so envious She chattered excitedly as we moved through the elegant corridors of the

did you attract Mr. Lawrence's attention? I'd love to learn your technique," she continued,

question about Tristan seemed designed to extract information she could use in her own

breath. The situation was impossible-I needed Lawrence Capital's backing for my fledgling company, which meant I couldn't

again, especially in

run away every time I encounter

renewed determination, I removed my jacket and hung it carefully on the rack. I was just about to pull off my T-shirt when a sharp knock at the door interrupted

called out, assuming it

the door-and

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Encounter at

frame blocking the light from the hallway. Before I could react, he pushed inside, closing and locking the door behind him in one

movement.

you doing?" I hissed, lunging for the door

against the door with his body. The familiar scent

senses, bringing unwelcome memories rushing

Sean," I demanded, struggling

waves cascading over my shoulders. Sean reached out to touch it, his

motion.

calculation, taking in

with contempt. "He allows you to date other men? Clearly, he doesn't value you as

then quickly realized Sean was referring to Christopher. "His opinion of me is none of your concern,"

our bodies into closer contact. I felt the moment Sean's body responded to our proximity-there was no mistaking the hardness pressing against my hip. Mortification

"You're disgusting," I spat.

hadn't been squirming so much, this wouldn't have