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.

into Ryan’s fierce, icy eyes. She felt a swirl of shock, anger, and

had looked at her with nothing but affection, smiling warmly

felt like

to this? Why did all the care and love that belonged

her heart aching. However, when she thought about how Ryan repeatedly hurt her for the sake of that fool, even valuing

blame me for this. You brought

Hatred has torn apart her once harmonious and happy family, leaving her in torment. She did not know how to mediate or manage the

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 gift

lip, her eyes

thought you might be unwilling or hesitant. It’s fine. I understand. I just wanted

smiled nonchalantly. He glanced at his 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.

few casual words, Ryan left Claire feeling like she

left the ward, the air remained tense

how scary

to cry in a manipulative and pitiful manner. “Does he only care about that woman… Has he really

You know your brother’s temper. What good does

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