Chapter 4: Death Beneath the Peony

Chapter 4: Death Beneath the Peony

In her past life, Emma Roberts thought she had lost her dignity and betrayed Ethan Walker. She didn't refute any of his harsh words and forgave him when he said he had no choice. When she learned he came to take her away, she was deeply touched, believing he still cared for her.

What a pathetic fool she had been.

She hadn't realized it was just his wounded pride talking.

After all, she was once his fiancée, and now she had become Logan Black's lover. If this news got out, where would his pride go?

The moment Ethan suggested she leave with him, Emma felt the temperature around her drop dramatically.

Logan was close.

His presence merged with the night, the oppressive aura around him was like a storm ready to break, as if he would tear someone apart and devour them whole.

Logan's right-hand man, Derek Hayes, was drenched in sweat, his legs trembling.

What a messed-up life, catching the boss's woman trying to elope with another man!

Ever since Emma appeared in Logan's life, none of his subordinates had had a peaceful day. When Logan got angry, they all suffered.

And Emma was a master at angering Logan.

This time, the level of Logan's fury could turn the entire city into ashes!

Derek closed his eyes in despair. He didn't need to look to know how green Logan's face would be...

Ethan, seeing Emma not moving, grew impatient and reached out to grab her.

Emma deftly stepped back, avoiding his touch.

"Emma?" Ethan frowned.

Emma's expression turned cold. "Ethan, did I ever say I wanted to go with you?"

Ethan's gaze was full of pity. "Emma, Logan Black is just playing with you. Why degrade yourself to get back at me?"

In Ethan's mind, Emma loved him deeply and would do anything to get his attention.

"Degrade myself?"

Emma laughed, a cold, mocking sound. "Logan Black is richer, more powerful, more handsome, and has a better body than you. Even one night with him is better than a lifetime with you! Who gave you the confidence to say such things?"

"You..." Ethan had not expected Emma to say such words, his face darkened immediately.

At the same time, the stormy aura from the shadows suddenly calmed, like a wild beast soothed.

Derek looked at Emma with amazement, as if he had witnessed a miracle.

This was completely unlike the Emma he knew, the one who supposedly loved Ethan to death.

Shouldn't she be eager to run away with Ethan?

Was she playing hard to get?

Ethan, truly angered now, warned her in a chilling tone, "Emma, stop being childish. Logan Black is a dangerous man with a murky background. Do you know how many lives he has taken? Staying with him is a death wish!"

Emma responded to Ethan's harsh warning with a lazy yawn, then with a smirk and a raised eyebrow, she said, "So what? Death beneath the peony, even as a ghost, is lustful~"

Ethan's face turned an alarming shade of red. "You're insane! This isn't a joke, Emma. He's dangerous!"

Emma's smile didn't waver. "Maybe I am insane. But I'd rather be insane than live a life dictated by you or Logan. Now leave, Ethan. Whatever we had is over."

"Emma, I—"

"Leave!" Her voice was sharp, cutting through the night like a knife.

Ethan opened his mouth to argue but thought better of it. With one last look of despair, he turned and walked away, disappearing into the darkness from whence he came.

As he left, Emma felt Logan's presence growing even more intense. She knew he was stepping out of the shadows, about to make his appearance known. She turned to face him, steeling herself for whatever confrontation was to come.

Logan emerged, his eyes glittering with a mix of anger and something resembling amusement. "Quite the performance, Emma. I didn't know you had it in you."

Emma held her ground, her chin set defiantly. "I won't be a pawn in your games, Logan."

His lips curled into a predatory smile. "Who said you were a pawn? I'm more interested in making you my queen."

Emma's heart pounded, but she kept her face impassive. "Queens have power, Logan. Are you willing to give me that?"

Logan's gaze was piercing as he took a step closer, his presence overwhelming. "Power is yours for the taking, if you have the courage to seize it."

Emma's eyes narrowed. "And what must I do to seize this power?"

Logan reached out, a silent challenge in his eyes. "Prove your loyalty. Trust me as I trust no other."

She stared at his outstretched hand, understanding the gravity of the moment. This was more than a simple alliance; it was a binding promise with an unpredictable and potentially deadly man.

After a pause that seemed to stretch into eternity, Emma took his hand, her grip firm. "I accept your challenge, Logan. But remember, betray me, and you will regret it."

Logan laughed, a sound both dark and genuine, as he pulled her closer. "Emma, you intrigue me more with every passing day. Together, we shall conquer all."

As the night deepened around them, Emma felt a strange mix of fear and exhilaration. By aligning herself with Logan, she was venturing into uncharted territory, a dangerous dance of power and deception.

But she was no longer the helpless girl of her past. With Logan by her side, they would face the future head-on, and Emma vowed that she would never again be a victim of fate.

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