Chapter 2 - Ethan Confronts Chloe About The Betrayal Messages
The grand estate ballroom grew so deathly silent that the faint hum of the overhead crystal chandeliers sounded like a roaring engine.
Ethan stood tall in his dark navy tuxedo, his muscles rigid as he stared down at the glowing screen of Lily’s smartphone.
“Ethan, please, you have to let me explain before you jump to conclusions,” Chloe stammered, her midnight-blue bridal gown whispering against the marble floor.
“Explain what, Chloe? Explain why my six-year-old daughter has a string of death threats and financial conspiracy texts from you?” Ethan demanded coldly.
The wedding guests huddled together in hushed clusters, exchanging horrified whispers across the decorated tables.
Chloe took a desperate step forward, her manicured fingers trembling as she reached out to touch his lapel.
“Those texts were edited by someone trying to sabotage our wedding day! It’s all a malicious setup!” she cried theatrically.
Ethan slapped her hand away with a sudden, violent motion, his blue eyes flashing with pure unadulterated fury.
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“Do not touch me, and do not lie to my face while my daughter is shaking in my arms,” Ethan warned.
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