"Say it again!" Leon's voice sounded heavy, as if he were holding back something that wanted to explode. He approached slowly, his face only inches away from Giselle's, who was still bound.

Giselle averted her gaze, trying to steady her racing heart. But then she hissed, “My husband, release me. I beg you…”

The voice was soft, almost a whisper, but it echoed in Leon’s ears like a time bomb exploding inside his chest.

Leon’s neck tensed, and he lowered his head slightly. “Say it again. Say it again with the same tone.”

Giselle looked into Leon’s eyes. His eyes were sharp, filled with emotions Leon couldn’t decipher.

“MY HUSBAND,...