Chapter 9:
The facade's cracks
Theme: Doubt and Confrontation
"You must respond to me." Sophie's eyes fixed resolutely on Adrian's as she slammed the car door shut, her voice quivering with rage.
Adrian moved with purpose and calculation as he slid into the driver's seat. His jaw muscles tensed as he started the engine and untied his tie. With a steady and cool tone, he stated, "Victoria thrives on manipulation." "Avoid letting her win."
"That isn't a response!" Sophie's voice rose as she snapped. The smooth leather of her purse creaked beneath her fingers as she held it securely. "Did you call off your engagement in order to get married?"
Adrian didn't answer right away. With his eyes focused on the road ahead, he drove through the city streets while the automobile hummed softly. Th
