Chapter 4 - Nathan Takes Possession Of The Suspicious Wineglass
Nathan ignored Vanessa entirely, his hand closing firmly around the stem of the crystal wineglass sitting at his place setting.
He lifted it toward the amber glow of the crystal chandelier, squinting as he inspected the liquid inside.
“Nathan, what on earth are you doing? You’re making a ridiculous spectacle of our engagement dinner,” Vanessa hissed angrily.
“If it’s nothing, Vanessa, then you won't mind if I have our estate chemist analyze this vintage tonight,” Nathan stated flatly.
Panic flashed across Vanessa’s face, so vivid and intense that even the oblivious extended family members noticed.
I stood frozen near the service station, my heart pounding against my ribs like a trapped bird in a cage.
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If Nathan discovered what was in that glass, my job, our home, and our safety would instantly vaporize.
Yet Sophia stood her ground, her little yellow cardigan bright against the dark, ominous luxury of the Cole mansion.
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