Isabella's POV
Perhaps it was because I was too startled at his sudden appearance. Or maybe it was simply the shock from discovering the file in the first place, but I stood frozen solid as Ethan stalked toward me and ripped the file from my hand.
My limbs simply refused to move as I watched him stalk over to the fireplace and flip on the switch. It was only as I watched the flames leap to life that my brain kick-started.
“Wh–Ethan, what are you doing?"
My feet felt heavy as they carried me over to where he stood, but they didn't seem to be moving fast enough.
“Ethan, don't!" I screamed, leaping the remaining distance, but it was too late. Ethan's arm closed around my waist to prevent me from going any further. I struggled against his hold as I watched the flames consume the first —
