Chapter 29
Gavin’s pupils contracted sharply, his expression growing terrifyingly cold
I was still reeling from the shock, unable to comprehend how things had escalated so quickly
“Tom, I’m warning you, some jokes aren’t to be made.” His paze was fixedon Tom, cold and piercing
Tom chuckled lightly, then reached up to rutile my hair. “You go inside first Ell talk to him.”
Hooked up at him, contused, not knowing what he intended to do
But my hesitation was misinterpreted
He smiled and winked, tightening his arm around my shoulder. “He good. Don’t worry. He can’t beat me.“”
Tremained silent.
The intimacy in his words and gestures felt like thunder in my ears,
I was stunned, and even more so, I could see Gavin visibly shaking with rage
His hand at his side clenched into a fist, the veins in his arm bulging beneath his shirt.
The two of them locked eyes with sparks flying between them
It was then that I finally understood Tom’s plan..
He had said he had a way.
But I never imagined his solution would be this.
This was a total mess.
How could Gaven believe this?
But to my surprise, he actually did believe it
“When did this happen? He gritted his teeth, his words appearing like they were forced through clenched jaws.
The long, empty hallway felt suffocating, the tension in the air unbearable. The two of them stood facing each other by the elevator, like taut bows ready to snap, their energy
clashing
Tomted his head, smiling as he asked, “What do you mean? Are you asking when I started liking her? Or when we got together?”
Gavin’s teeth ground together, gnashing like nails on a chalkboard. “Tom! Are you out of your mind? Do you not know who she is? She’s my wife!
“And who is she exactly? Why don’t you tell me?” Tom asked, his tone turning colder as he stopped smiling
His gaze bored into Gavin’s. “On your wedding day, you left her alone at the ceremony, making her the laughingstock of the whole city, while you went off to be with your ex- girlfriend. Did you think about who she was then?
“When her mother died because of your and Mandy’s actions, and she was left crying in the mourning hall by herself, did you think about who she was then?”
“Tell me what does she mean to you? Is she just a disposable object? A person you can turn cold or warm at will? Or a pet you can call on and dismiss as you please? Gavin! Now you have the gall to ask me who she is?
“You crazy bastard“” With that last insult, Gavin’s disr flew toward Tom’s face.
I couldn’t help but gasp, unable to understand why Tom, who could easily avoid it, let Gavin land the punch.
“Tom, whatever happens between us is a matter for our marriage. It has nothing to do with you!”
Tom’s face was knocked to the side by the blow, but he lifted his gaze to meet Gavin’s with an ley stare, his tongue touching the spot where he was hit, a cold smile on his lips. Back at the hospital, I warned you. If you dared to walk away, you’d regret it. Gavin, I gave you a chance, but you didn’t take it.”
“Tom! You bastard!” Gavin’s eyes were murderous as he grabbed Tom’s collar, ready to strike again.
But this time, Tom was prepared He tilted his head, dodging Gavin’s panch and swiftly delivering a powerful kick to his stomach.
With his military training, he made quick work of the light, leaving Gavin doubled over, unable to stand up straight
I was completely stunned by the chaos before me.
I had thought Tom was just putting on a show for Gavin, but I never imagined they would actually fight!
“Let’s go.” Still shaken, he took my hand and confidently led me away, leaving Gavin groaning on the ground, chitching his stomach.
When I realized what had happened, Tom had already pulled me to the door.
“Open the door.” A soft, teasing wire sounded above me.
“Ah?ch..” I quickly tumbled for my keys and unlocked the door.
