C8 - Humiliated.

Lara literally looked up when Migo stopped in front of her. She could still remember how tall he was when she was just a little girl. But why did she feel like she hadn't grown at all? Even now, she had to crane her neck to look him in the eye.

Lara realized that Miguel Villareal was a tall man. He exuded an intimidating aura. Power radiated from him just from his posture alone. His gaze seemed to come straight from the North Pole, and yet, despite the coldness, the intense anger in his eyes couldn't be denied.

What did she do that offended him?

'Duh, Lara, do you even have to ask? Look at yourself! You're a mess! You got caught in the act of fighting! How embarrassing. I'm sure Migo would never allow anyone to know you're his wife!'

"What are you doing?" he asked.

Lara felt her throat constrict. When she opened her mouth to speak, no sound came out. Was she truly speechless?

First of all, aside from the familiar features of his face, Migo's total appearance had changed. And Lara hadn