Humiliating Skylar at the engagement party was just a small punishment and a reminder that she shouldn’t betray him. It didn’t matter what Skylar knew or why she acted the way she did. Just because she had saved his life once didn’t give her the right to act without consequences. Dave had no patience for women who thought too highly of themselves, making it clear that saving his life didn’t mean she could get away with anything.

Surprised by how well Dave had everything planned and how quickly he acted, Michael shook his head in amazement. “What’s your next move? After dealing with your grandpa, will you let your uncles...