Chapter 35: You Are Hurting Me

With Brielle leading the way, they went deep into the estate. Brielle came to a graceful halt at an appropriate distance before the door and inclined her head slightly. "Adonis, you can go in by yourself. Miss Halenkamp is waiting for you." Adonis nodded in thanks before pushing the door open—only to be met with a stunning sight. Ingrid stood with her back to him, gazing out the window. Her hair was elegantly swept up, accentuating the delicate curve of her neck. She wore an ivory evening gown,...