Chapter 12

In the car, Shane's brows furrowed tightly. A heavy atmosphere loomed in the cabin, and even the driver dared not breathe freely. His fingers trembled lightly as they gripped the steering wheel.

Although Shane hadn't said a word, the driver could feel that he was definitely angry. What's worse, the culprit behind all this was carefree, intoxicated beyond recognition, only capable of silly laughter. Occasionally, she would smack her lips, seemingly still savoring the sweetness of the alcohol.

Shane stared at her side profile for a long time, unable to hold back the question buried in his heart: "Why did you come here to drink?"

Meeting Haley at the club today was something he hadn't anticipated. Because of the marriage agreement signed, he had a rare bout of insomnia last night. There was a fire burning in his heart, making him restless and excited, the whole day he was distracted, eager to see Haley, yet afraid to hear her change her mind.

It was ironic. In all these years, whethe