Zoe clutched the bedsheet tightly, her forehead now covered in cold sweat.

Back then, she had always thought her older brother was brave but not particularly clever. No matter what she did, she could always cover up her mistakes with a little whining and acting. But she finally realized how mistaken she was.

Ryan was far more perceptive than she had ever imagined, instantly seeing through her and Liam’s scheme! She had only fooled Ryan in the past because he trusted her unconditionally as his sister, never doubting her intentions.

However, they were no longer siblings but enemies.

Ryan had become a formidable enemy, strong enough to battle wits with their cunning uncle.

Liam stood there, glaring angrily at Ryan. However, Ryan had no patience for him. He simply shouldered past him. His strong frame knocked Liam off balance as he approached Zoe.

“Zoe, you’d better stay quiet and behave yourself.”

Ryan’s narrow eyes gleamed with a predator’s intensity that made Zoe’s scalp tingle. “If you dare to bother Bella and Justin, or my wife, Carrie, not even Grandpa or God will be able to protect you. I WILL KILL YOU.”

Each word dripped with hatred.

icy eyes. She felt a swirl

“Zoe”, he had looked at her with nothing but affection, smiling warmly as he held her hand, proudly showing off his talented sister

like a lifetime

did it come to this? Why

about how Ryan repeatedly hurt her for the sake of that fool, even valuing Bella, who had been divorced and could not have children, over

me for

fault!’ As Ryan threatened Zoe, Claire watched in distress. Hatred has torn apart her once harmonious and happy

for his married life. “Mom, Carrie and I will get engaged once my appointment as the CEO is finalized. According to l customs, as the future mother-in-law, you should give Carrie a betrothal

her eyes full

be unwilling or hesitant. It’s fine. I understand. I just wanted to

subordinate, who promptly stepped forward and respectfully draped the black coat over his shoulders. “If you really don’t want to give her the betrothal gift, I’ll prepare one for you. Father left several pieces of collectible jewelry with me before he passed away. I’ll pick the best one and give it to Carrie, saying it’s from you. I’m doing this for the sake of the Hoffman family’s reputation. You

a few casual words, Ryan left Claire feeling like she had a bone stuck in her

ward, the air remained tense for

Look how scary Ryan

cry in a manipulative and pitiful manner. “Does he only care about

go, Zoe… You know your brother’s temper. What good does

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