Chapter one hundred and two.Caleb's eyes followed Maria as she entered Ethan's car, and Ethan drove off. With a calculated move, Caleb put on his mask, his expression hidden in the shadows. In a low tone, he whispered, "It's time to end the game.”Caleb's car smoothly followed Ethan's, maintaining a safe distance as they navigated through the streets. His eyes fixed intently on the car ahead.As he drove, Caleb's mind replayed the events that had led him to this point. The betrayal, the hurt, the anger – all of it fueled his determination to bring Maria down.Caleb's sudden stop was accompanied by a hiss of frustration as he slammed on the brakes, narrowly avoiding a collision. His eyes blazed with anger as he took in the sight of Ethan's car parked in front of a luxurious 5-star restaurant.As Maria stepped out, laughing and wrapping her arms around Ethan, Caleb's expression darkened. He couldn't believe he had once thought she was different. "How could I not see her for who she is

Chapter one hundred and four."He left a while ago, so you don't know...Hmmm, interesting." His expression turned cold, his voice dropping to a deadly whisper. "Now, for the last time, where the fuck is your son?”Suddenly, a gun was placed on Ethan's head was met with an eerie calmness. Ethan's eyes didn't flinch, his gaze remaining fixed on the father as Caleb said, "I'm here, you don't need to shout." Ethan's eyes slowly shifted to meet Caleb's gaze, a hint of a smile playing on his lips.Caleb's eyes locked onto Ethan's, a mixture of anger and amusement dancing in their depths. The gun remained steady, pressed against Ethan's temple, but Ethan's expression didn't waver."Well, well, well," Ethan said, his voice low and even. "Looks like you've got some spunk, kid."Caleb's grip on the gun tightened, his face twisted in a snarl. "You have no idea who you're dealing with," he spat.Ethan's smile grew, his eyes glinting with challenge. "Oh, I think I do," he said, his voice drip

Chapter one hundred and six.Victoria's eyes widened in shock. "What?" she breathed, her voice barely audible.Ethan's smirk only grew wider. "What's the cause of alarm?" he asked, his tone laced with amusement. "I want the wedding this week," he repeated, nonchalantly.Victoria's face went blank, but she nodded, trying to process the sudden change in plans. Ethan's expression softened slightly as he noticed her distress. "I'm sorry if I sounded rude," he said, holding out his hands to her.Victoria forced a smile onto her face, trying to reassure him. "It's fine," she said, her voice tight with unspoken emotions.As she busied herself arranging the first aid kit, Victoria's mask began to slip. She walked out of the room, leaving Ethan behind, and made her way to the kitchen. There, she placed her hands on the sink, her head bowed, and her hair fell sideways as she burst into tears.She hated herself for feeling this way, hated herself for having feelings for Ethan, and hated her

Chapter one hundred and Eight.Ethan burst into laughter, and Maria turned around, staring at him in confusion. "Did I say anything bad?" she asked, her brow furrowed in puzzlement.Ethan's laughter subsided, and he smiled at Victoria. "Why would I use you to make Maria jealous? Come on, it would be an insult to your name," he said, his voice dripping with sincerity.Victoria's eyes narrowed slightly. "So, what's all this?" she asked, her voice laced with curiosity.Ethan's expression turned innocent, and he feigned ignorance. "All what?" he asked, his eyes wide with pretend confusion."Don't play games with me," Victoria said, her voice low and warning.Ethan chuckled, placing his hands on her shoulders. "Just enjoy the game, soon it will make sense to you," he said, his eyes sparkling with amusement.Before Victoria could respond, Maria cleared her throat, and they turned towards her. She put on a smile that didn't reach her eyes. "Since you've made your choice, can we go?" sh

IEthan's voice echoed through the crowded room, "Thank you very much, I appreciate this award. It means everything to me." He paused, his eyes scanning the audience before coming to rest on a figure in the front row. "I also want to dedicate this award to my woman, the one who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this possible. Without her, I wouldn't be here." The room erupted in applause, and everyone's eyes turned to Maria, expecting her to be the one Ethan was dedicating his award to. Maria's face lit up with a bright smile as she flipped her hair, basking in the attention. But just as the applause was dying down, Ethan's words cut through the noise, "Thank you, my woman, Victoria Edwards." The room fell silent, and all eyes turned to Victoria, as Maria's face froze in shock.“Victoria please step forward,” Ethan said, and Victoria smiled.As Victoria stepped forward, a smile spread across her face, and she nodded graciously. Maria, on the other hand, felt her anger and