Evelyn’s POV

The cold night seemed to seep into my skin as Caleb stared at me down. His frustration was practically tangible, but I refused to let it shake me. This wasn’t the first time he’d tried to demand explanations from me, and I was determined it would be the last.

“Why were you with him?” He threw at me the moment he was sure it was just us.

“With who?” I asked, feigning ignorance. It was deliberately instigated to anger him.

“Don’t play with me, Eve. Why were you with my uncle at a restaurant today?” Caleb’s tone was sharp, his words clipped.

I sighed heavily, crossing my arms....