Estelle froze, too shocked to process what had just happened. The lively atmosphere of the club—filled with flashing lights and pounding music—seemed to fade into the background. Her brown eyes widened, fixed on the figure of the drunken man, now sprawled motionless on the floor.
Estelle's blood was still rushing from the recent incident, but now confusion was swirling in her mind. Who—
Estelle raised her eyes and was instantly stunned. "Wade?"
Estelle's voice was so faint it was almost drowned out by the noise of the club, but Wade clearly heard her. As proof, Wade, standing tall in the crowd, turned his piercing gaze to her.
Wade’s eyes were cold and sharp, still brimming with unresolved anger. His jaw was clenched and his breathing was heavy, as if he was struggling to contain emoti
