Your Love Is But a Dream

Chapter 265

He glanced at Carlisle, who showed no sign of intervening, and quickly realized that his earlier words had likely struck a nerve.

Now that Hugh no longer had to worry about Katrina's identity, his attitude changed. He looked at her with disapproval and said, "Mrs. Zachman, I'm not sure what issues you and your husband are dealing with, but that doesn't justify your behavior tonight.

"I've been briefed on what happened. Mr. Zachman sent people to pick you up to try and make peace, not to control or hurt you. While his approach might not have been perfect, your reaction was over the top."

He paused, letting the weight of his words settle before continuing, "At that point, you were already aware of who the bodyguards were, and they assured you they wouldn't hurt you. Their only intention was to take you to Mr. Zachman. Yet, you acted recklessly, endangering everyone.

"Have you considered the consequences? If another vehicle had been on the road or if your actions had caused an accident, you would be held responsible. Don't you think you were in the wrong?"

Katrina shot him a sarcastic look. "Do you really think you'd be saying the same thing if Carlisle weren't here?"

for a moment, then his face

the steering wheel during the drive. That was reckless, and I would've criticized anyone for that behavior, whether

issue. With Carlisle present,

hadn't

closed her eyes, suddenly not wanting to say another

ét

the weariness on her face,, Carlisle, who had remained silent until now, spoke

for

tonight, Chief Zeller. It's getting late.

dissatisfaction vanished instantly, and he forced a smile. "Of course, it's late. I've already made arrangements, so you can

Carlisle could respond, Katrina quickly interrupted, "I've already called my secretary.

to take you home. There's no need to make this harder. If