Flames of absolute hatred ignited in Jayden's eyes, practically incinerating the space between them.
He couldn't believe it. He had been played like an absolute fool by this vicious, scheming woman playing the frail victim.
He grabbed her by the collar and yanked her forward. "Willow," he said through clenched teeth, "I had no idea you were lying to me this whole time. You manipulated me from the very start!"
Willow leaned closer instead of recoiling. She brought her mouth near his ear and spoke with a softness that was almost mocking.
She let out a soft, triumphant giggle. "Why are you so angry? Rivka's gone. We can finally stop pretending the past still matters and start over."
Her words didn't soothe him; they poured gasoline on his fury. He shoved her away so hard she stumbled.
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