Ryan's POV
The silence between us grew thicker, fueling my impatience. I couldn't stomach her blatant lies when I knew the truth. She stuttered, attempting to speak, but her phone buzzed, interrupting her. "I need to take this," she said, trying to stand up.
"Don't even think about it," I warned, my voice seething with anger.
"Veronica, don't make me ask you again," I warned, my voice serious and compelling. "You sent rogues after Clarabell. What was the reason behind ordering them to kidnap and assault her?"
Veronica's voice was barely audible, her head hung low. "I sent them after her because she was trying to take you away from me," she whispered.
"What do you mean, take me away from you?" I asked, my tone incredulous.
Veronica's eyes remained downcast. "You both started hanging o
