Zane’s eyes land on Courtney and goosebumps riddle his skin. There is no way she is involved in this, how can someone so beautiful be so cunning? It’s impossible. “What's happening, baby? Who is this?” Courtney slowly walks toward the centre of the room and stands close to Zane. She looks at the guy, squints and shrugs indifferently as if she doesn't know who he is. “Everyone, leave us, now!” He yells as his eyes dart toward Marlon and Max. “I've seen enough for tonight, I will be back, Zane, and this time, I will take Astrid with me, with or without your consent,” Marlon dusts his suit and walks out of the room. “You too, Max,” Zane says, his eyes fixed on Luke who stares intensely at Courtney. “Alp-” “I mean it,” he says in finality. Max bows and slowly walks out. He looks back

