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.

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 was happening because Ben got himself into this relationship as part of a trap he had

to dissuade her. "Don't do that. Those pieces are gifts from

squeezed her hand. "Once they're given to me, they're mine to decide on. And Jack said we'll get married three months after

that expensive. Once Jack and I get our paychecks, we can pool some money together and see if we can get Charlie's surgery

her. "Is he, like you, an ordinary

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

the most prominent attorneys in Birkham, a rising star. Jamie couldn't bring herself to reveal the truth to

seemed to have it all mapped out.

okay if I moved in with you? My landlord wants his place

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