Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 83 When I heard Abigails words , disbelief washed over my face , But after a brief moment of shock , it hit me Abigail wasnt the mastermind behind Angelas status was too important .

Anyone who dared to make a move against her would be an idiot , not to mention someone as powerful as Samantha Yet , I never expected her to make such a vile move during her own welcoming banquet .

I had always admired Samanthas graceful demeanor , but it seemed she was nothing more than a wolf in sheeps clothing What shocked me most was that the first person Samantha targeted was Angela .

She wasnt just going after me she was striking at my strongest ally , the one who had my back more than anyone else .

Taking her down would be like cutting off one of my arms , all while sending a chilling message to anyone who might dare to defy her .

You … what do you mean by that ? I asked , feigning ignorance as I looked at Abigail .

Abigail grinned maliciously .

Who told her to be your best friend ? She could have been a proper lady from the Adams family , but instead , she chose to play the hero for you .

Doesnt she know her place ! Before I could respond , the door to the room suddenly slammed open with a deafening crash , Everyone in the room jumped , clearly rattled .

It was as if they were caught in the act .

Who are you calling worthless ? Angelas voice rang out , sharp and filled with fury .

When the others saw Angela , their faces went pale , as though they had seen a ghost .

Even Abigails eyes widened in disbelief as she watched Angela stride toward her .

Before Abigail could even react , Angela raised her hand , and with one swift motion , slapped her across the face .

Abigail froze , unable to dodge .

She had never expected Angela to appear completely unharmed , and certainly not to lay a hand ΠΠ her As the few henchwomen behind Abigail hesitated , I snapped the ropes binding me , grabbed a bottle of liquor from the bar , and smashed it on the floor , holding the sharp , jagged bottle neck toward anyone who dared step forward .

These rich ladies had never seen such a scene before .

None of them dared approach .

I released the bottle , and the sharp , crystalline sound of breaking glass rang through the room once more .

I couldnt help but smile , a devilish grin spreading across my face .

I picked up a shard of glass from the floor and walked over to Angelas side .

Abigails eyes widened with terror .

What ..

what do you want to do ! I gave you a chance , I said coldly , gripping Abigails wrist .

Her other hand shot toward my face , but before she could make contact , she screamed A deep red streaked down her pristine check , followed by a chorus of shrieks from the others in the room I slowly turned around , tilting my head with a unile that was almost mocking .

This is just the beginning .

Are you scared now ? n The wealthy women around me were frozen in terror , their faces as if they had seen a demon rise from the underworld .

Sophia fainted right on the spot , and a few others scrambled to flee , while the rest were too paralyzed to move .

Less than ten minutes later , Samantha and Alex arrived Abigails face was ruined , and she had lost a lot of blood , but she wasnt dead .

Samantha whisked her off to the hotels medical room .

The injury wasnt life duratening Id left her with a chance .

But it would take at least three months for her to leave her room Id always been someone who believed in paying back wrongs , no matter the cost .

When Alex utrjiped up to me , I was surprised to see a rate look of solemnity on his face .

His cold gaze was fixed on me ..

Angela wanted i E to raplain , but I stopped her with a gesture .

A glance was all we needed to understand each others thoughts .

We knew each other too well for anything else .

Back at the restaurant .

I had already sensed something was off .

The seat I usually took was occupied , while the one next to it had a porte placed .

there .

But no one had been sitting there during the meal .

The most telling sign , though , was when the waitress poured us water .

Her nervous expression had given her away .

When youre not ruthless enough , when your hands shake everything falls apart Before leaving .

Angela had given me one last worried glance , Maybe only the people who care could still see the vulnerability behind my dark facade , knowing I wasnt just the demon I appeared to be .

Did I ruin your banquet ! I forced a smile , trying to seem casual as 1 looked up at Alex .

At that moment , I finally understood why he looked so intimidating when he wasnt smiling .

We made a rather fitting pair , after all .

One , a seductive temptress with the power to mesmerize everyone ; the other , a nightmare straight out of hell .

Im sorry , Alex said , his voice low .

I froze , unable to comprehend what I had just heard .

Was he really apologizing to me ? Was I hearing things ? He wasnt angry at me for slashing Abigails face ! He wasnt demanding to know what had happened ? He was just apologizing I instinctively took a step back , my heart racing , my mind trying to catch up with the shock .

Alex, the cunning old fox , was apologizing to me ? I suddenly realized I hadnt considered the consequences of my actions was this going to get me arrested ? Would he distance himself from me completely ? My heart hammered in my chest as a flood of doubt surged through me .

Perhaps I had been too impulsive .

I could have swallowed my pride , endured it .

But they had crossed a line with me .

For a moment , I I forgot that I was still Alexs wife .

It was a mistake , but it had felt like the only option .

1 I opened ned my mouth to speak , but Alex interrupted me .

Before I could say anything , he pulled me into a tight embrace .

The warmth of his chest against mine made my body freeze , the tension in my muscles melting away in an instant .

Was he trying to sever ties with me ? If so , why was he holding me so close ? I wasnt deaf 1 could hear his heartbeat .

I sighed quietly , trying to push away the thoughts swirling in my head .

Next time , if youre in danger , just call me , Alexs voice trembled slightly as he spoke .

Theres no need to hurt yourself just to get back at them .

I was stunned .

He wasnt saying he was going to break up with me ! Youre not angry ! I pulled away from his embrace , looking up at his face , so strikingly beautiful it almost made my heart skip a beat .

Alexs eyes were dark with disappointment and sadness , and his voice was soft yet firm .

Did you forget who you are ! How could I be angry with you ! No matter what you do , I wont be angry