Chapter 2 Enstbay

After the gathering. Emelie saw each quest off to their vehicle before leaning against a streetlamp, shivering as a cold sweat enveloped her.

She couldn’t identify the source of the intermittent pain spreading through her body.

Her lipstick had faded, revealing her lips that were devoid of any color.

William’s driver noticed her condition. He was aware of Emelie and William’s relationship

He said hurriedly, “Ms. Hoven, would you like to get in the car first?”

Emelie nodded, gratefully sinking into the backsent.

Two minutes later, the car door was opened again.

William approached the car with a young woman by his side.

He was ready to get it but skidded to a halt at the sight of Emelie waiting by the vehicle. He frowned, annoyed she was taking up space.

The woman quickly opened the passenger side door, saying softly, “Mr. Middleton, I’ll sit in the front.”

William slammed the car door shut and said, “Take Daphne Bowen home first.”

Emelie closed her eyes, feeling very weak. Drinking had taken its toll, especially on the fourth day after a

miscarriage.

the car pulled up to an old apartment complex, William nudged Emelie

awfully dark and unsafe. Go escort

and round, shining even in the dim light of the car. “No need, Mr. Middleton. Ms. Hoven

seat with a twinkle in her eyes. “Mr. Middleton, please

as he nodded.

didn’t say a word

was William’s confidant, a glance from

the

the

on the light, she was pressed

was stunned for a moment, then immediately grabbed his hands, turning

Chapter 2 Fasthay

William’s striking face without

your own way back,” he said as he walked towards the

take a bottle of mineral water from the fridge, tilting

to swallow.

apple bobbing,

family

only brought her to the Eastbay when he needed to satisfy his physical needs, a tacit agreement

you’re in such need, why didn’t you keep Daphne just now? You’re interested in her, aren’t

his smile ambiguous. “Have you

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