This engagement party was nothing more than a trap. It was a twisted game Ben was playing for revenge against her. He had known about Winnie's connection to her all along and had orchestrated each move to pull her into his plan. She had no choice.

Jamie was certain of one thing. Ben did not love Winnie.

"Perfect. Tonight, I want to see you at my feet, playing the obedient little dog I need. Don't disappoint me," he sneered, leaning in close, his breath hot against her ear, yet filled with chilling cruelty.

"Don't tell her. I'll do whatever you want," Jamie said, defeated.

Jamie steadied herself and, with shaky steps, forced herself to leave the room. After a moment, she joined Winnie outside.

And, Jamie," Winnie continued with a determined look, "later, I'm taking those jewelry pieces to get some cash for Charlie's hospital bills." Each word pierced Jamie's heart like a blade. Winnie was so caring, thinking of Charlie, but all of this

do that. Those pieces are gifts from your fiancé. What

me, they're mine to decide on. And

get our paychecks, we can pool some money together and see if we can get Charlie's surgery scheduled a little

that concerned her. "Is he, like

He does have a house and car in his name. It's a lot to ask for money directly, But I

just any lawyer. He was one of the most prominent attorneys in Birkham, a rising

have it all mapped out.

in with you? My landlord wants his place back." Winnie's face

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