The Wrong Woman

"I'm sure you'll find a way. Just try to make it work," Mila said.

She understood her discomfort with Fenna might stem from her insecurities, but she was also aware that loyalty wasn't enough to sustain a marriage

Mila would never feel safe as long as Fenna was around Nathan.

Nathan stroked Mila's hand and reassured her, "Mila, I've had assurances from Fenna that she won't interfere in our marriage. She's not a bad

person, so you don't have to worry about her doing anything outrageous.”

Mila's mood darkened. She pulled her hand away and wrapped herself in the covers. She turned away and closed her eyes.

"Take care of yourself and come back safely," she murmured.

"All right." Nathan felt her indifference and decided to say nothing more. He tucked her in, turned off the light, and left.

It was 5:00 am in Phoenicia. Soldiers from the military base surrounded Hoffis Manor. Everyone was jolted awake. Avery showed up dressed in thick

pajamas and with her hair disheveled.

Nathan's imposing figure and asked, "What's going on? Trespassing in Norvania

search warrant. She watched worriedly as armed soldiers entered and exited

and sat down. His expression was grave

Morrison, we haven't seen

with all the

his stoic look

a seductive pose, with one hand resting on the back of her head and the

"You're charming, but why don't you

Her heart pounded, and she swallowed nervously. His

made her tremble with

mastered keeping her emotions in check after years of corporate life. Feigning calm,

woman you fancy? I don't know if someone

being a widow. "Oliver's dead?"

two months ago. His ashes were scattered

expression hardened further. He stared at Avery with an unreadable

was terrified, but she continued, "I have all the paperwork—death certificate,

doubt me."

really wanted to die, there's probably a