Now that the truth stood exposed, Addison had no defense left. She forced a trembling smile. "Yes, I wanted her to know. But I did it because I love you so much! It was bound to come out sooner or later. Better she learns the truth now than live in lies forever—"
"Silence!" Darius's voice cracked like a whip. His shoulders shook with rage. He stepped forward and shoved her hard to the floor. "How many times did I warn you? We might play this game, but never, never involve Seren!"
"I only did it because I love you!" Addison sobbed, great tears spilling over. "I could not bear to remain hidden forever!"
Darius looked down at her, his gaze cold and utterly without warmth. "From the very first moment we were together, you knew exactly what this was. You knew I would never leave her
