Sebastian was speaking the truth. If they hadn't started up that shitty arrangement, his wife was on her way to give the best speech ever recorded in the history of the Gala.

“They’re afraid of you,” he continued, voice low and dangerous. “They want to bring you down because they're afraid of you and your potential. But don't worry. I'll make them pay!”

There wasn't anything he did better than revenge!

Kourtney didn’t speak. She only nodded at the man, feeling the weight of his words settle deep inside her.

His hand brushed her cheek, and she felt her heart flutter anew.

He pulled back slightly, looking deep into her...