Ethan was dressed very formally today, in a sleek suit and tie.The same style of clothing that made Derek look sharp and imposing with his executive presence somehow appeared softer on Ethan.The rigid edges and intensity melted away, leaving only a gentle, approachable warmth that instinctively drew people in.We had eaten at this restaurant many times before.But this time felt different somehow.He passed me a plate with perfectly cut steak."Eliza, try this. I made the steak myself today."I was surprised—him cooking himself?"It's rich but not greasy. You've managed the cooking time well. Very delicious."He folded his hands on the table, watching anxiously as I finished eating.Only then did I notice how empty the restaurant was today.After thinking for a moment, I began to understand what he was planning.Just then, a server wheeled a cart over to our table.It was a small two-tiered Black Forest cake. It looked like an ordinary cake but stood out because it was filled with a

"Derek, what do you really want?" I demanded, backing away from him.He had lost all reason, his eyes wild with desperation.I tried to send my location to Ethan, my mate, but Derek saw me and snatched the phone from my hands."Eliza, you can only be mine!" he growled, his voice vibrating with possessiveness."Since you don't care about James, we'll have another child. And if that doesn't keep you with me, we'll have another. I don't believe you're so cold-hearted that no child could ever win your love!"Derek's eyes were deep and distant, yet sharp with intensity.His wolf was too close to the surface, challenging my own. The air between us crackled with tension."Eliza, you once loved me so much. Why are you being so heartless now?"I struggled to maintain distance between us, my back pressing against the wall."Derek, you're always so self-centered. Someone like you doesn't deserve my love!" I spat back, my voice steel-hard despite my racing heart. "You threw me in prison while I wa

"If you want to die, that's simple enough. Just don't dirty Eliza's hands."At that moment, Ethan burst in with a group of people."Eliza, don't be afraid. I'm here to save you."He gently fastened my shirt buttons and draped his suit jacket over my shoulders.His gaze shifted to Derek, his eyes flashing with icy fury."Brother, if you had accepted her choice with dignity, I might have respected you. But you tried to force Eliza through despicable means. I've stood by and watched you hurt her for seven years. I won't allow it anymore."Derek's lips curled into a self-mocking smile. He tried to explain himself to me but collapsed weakly to the floor."Eliza, don't go with him! I forbid you to go with him! He's my brother... my own brother..."I no longer loved Derek, but I couldn't watch him die in front of me either.My mate sensed my thoughts and had his people take Derek to the hospital.As soon as Derek was admitted to the hospital, my mate's allies moved to arrest the guards that D

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