Chloe maintained her composure. Her appearance with Daniel today was a conscious choice. She wouldn't let Ethan's words provoke her.
She had developed genuine feelings for Daniel.
He'd proven himself responsible and capable.
"How dare you spread lies about him here, Ethan! You're despicable!" Shirley snapped.
Daniel fixed Ethan with an icy stare, emphasizing each word. "Think you can hide your dirty secrets forever, Ethan?"
Ethan's heart jumped, but he kept his facade. "Stop trying to intimidate me, Daniel. The evidence proves you raped Chloe!"
"I chose to be with Daniel. It's none of your business," Chloe defended.
The words hit Ethan like a physical blow. His face drained of color, eyes widening in disbelief.
"Chloe... what did you just say?" Ethan stammered, pointing at her with
