Claire Reed thought she married the man of her dreams, Evander Kensington, but she had no idea that their marriage was built on a lie; a family vow that trapped him by her side. His heart, however, belonged to another woman, his white lotus. No matter how hard Claire tried to win Evander’s love, he only grew colder, and his family treated her like she didn’t exist. When she lost their unborn child, Claire’s world shattered. She wanted to see Evander, but he didn't bother to check on her. Instead, he went to meet that white lotus. Unable to bear the betrayal, she decided to free Evander from this marriage, leaving behind a letter and divorce papers, claiming she now had someone else she loved! ~~~~ "You’re mine, and I’ll never let you go!” he declared, his voice dark with possessiveness. “But I don’t want you anymore! You can have Susan—I’m now in love with someone else!” Claire shot back, her words sharp and final. "You can't be with anyone. Do you even know how sleepless nights I've without you?" Evander's hold on her tightened. "I'll see how you become some else when I'll claim you," he pronounced before crashing his lips on her.
"Ack!" Gloria's face went pale, her eyes widening as she hit the wall. Evander hadn't even used that much force, but it was enough to make her gasp for air. She reached up, tapping his hand, silently begging him to let go. But he didn't budge.
Evander leaned in close, his gaze sharp and fierce. "Mother," he said in a cold, steady voice, "I don't hold back when it comes to Claire. So if you value your life, stay away from her. I won't hesitate… even if it means burying you six feet under." His tone was calm but deadly serious, each word carrying a warning she couldn't ignore.
Finally, he released her. Gloria stumbled forward, coughing and clutching her neck as she tried to catch her breath. Tears filled her eyes, a mix of shock and anger burning within them as she clenched her fists. Even after what just happened, she refused to back down. His threat was clear, but she wasn't done yet.