Chapter 3
Eric drove at an alarming speed, cutting a an–minute journey down to just ten
Abigail, showed into the car without a chance to fasten her seatbelt, was tossed around like a rag doll in the passenger seat, bumping against every corner. By the time the car screeched to a halt, her whole body ached.
She knew this was Eric’s way of venting his anger–punishment for having dared to upset his precious Nicole
“Get out,” he commanded coldly
Abigail straightened herself, taking a moment to strady her breathing before pushing the door open and stepping out.
It was late at night and the neon lights in front of the club shifted endlessly, their colors flashing on the steps leading inside Abigail squinted, ber Impaired vision making it hard to discem the uneven stairs.
Her foot slipped, and she stumbled, instinctively grabbing the corner of Eric’s cour for balance.
Eric stopped and gazed at her hand. He then brushed it off and said coldly, “Abigail, I’ve warned you before. Don’t waste your time on pointless gestures.” As her hand fell away, an emptiness settled deep in her chest. The cold wind whistled, leaving her shivering from the chill.
Abigail opened her mouth, but no words came. There were too many misunderstandings between them over the years. Hence, she no longer felt the need to explain berself
While she stood by the side, waiting for Eric to continue walking, his phone suddenly rang. He glanced at the screen before addressing her curtly, “Go inside first. I’ll be there soon.”
She hesitated as memories of past humiliations flashed through her mind. However, his impatient look left no room for argument.
After taking a deep breath, she turned and walked inside, her steps slow and cautious,
Deep Blue Club was a regular haunt for Eric and his friends–a place known for its strict privacy and impeccable soundproofing. The hallways were eerily quiet, save for the occasional footsteps of staff passing by
Guided by memory, Abigail soon found the private room they often used. The door was slightly afar, and raucous laughter and loud voices spilled out through the gap. She paused before kicking the door open.
The door swung wide, and in the same instant, a bucket cane crashing down from shove, its contents pouring over Abigail
The sticky substance clung to her skin and cloches–ghe, most likely. From past experience, she knew it would take two to three days of scrubbing to remove the glue. Unfortunately, she’d lily be left with a rash from her allergy.
Before Abigail could compose herself, a voice jerred from inside the room. “Look who’s here! Eric’s pet! Quick, give her a proper face wash!”
Suddenly, something stinging splashed directly into Abigail’s eyes.
A searing pain shot through her, palling a scream from her throat. Instinctively, she staggered back, but a foot shot out from nowhere, tripping her. She crashed hard onto the Boor.
Her disheveled stato provoked a chorus of laughter from the room.
Pain. Overwhelming pain.
It felt like countless daggers were stabbing Abigail’s eyes. Tears streamed uncontrollably down her face.
Abigail struggled to open her eyes slightly, and through the blurry haze, a shadowed figure approached.
He stood over Abigail and surveyed her pitiful state. Finally, he let out a derisive laugh.
“Look at you. You really do look like an animal.” Then, after a brief pase, he added, “Just like your coward of a father.”
A sharp buzz echoed in Abigail’s mind. A surge of strength erupted within her as she stood up and banged at him.
“You’re the coward! Your whole family is full of cowards! Gavin Tucker, is bullying women all you’re good for?” she screamed
“Let go of me, you crazy bitch!” Gavin snarled while trying to shake her off.
However, Abigail clung to Gavin’s hair with unrelenting ferocity. Since she couldn’t win a fight against him, she bit, scratched, kicked, and flailed
Abigail was utterly unrestrained, All she wanted was to make Clavin pay
Chaos erupted around them. Shouts and screams filled the air as prople tried to intervene.
However, Abigall was oblivious to it all. Her mind was consumed by a relentless reel of memories, playing like a kaleidoscope.
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Connor worked tirelessly for his patients even though he was down with a fever. He also spent New Year’s Eve in his lab. How could he possibly act without conscience or hurt anyone?
There had to be more to the story! Abigail wouldn’t let anyone tarnish his reputation.
Griet, nage, and indignation surged within her. Abigail sank her teeth into Gavin’s car. His servams of pain only fueled her resolve as she bit down harder.
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“Are you crazy. Abigail?”
“Let go of Gavin You’re killing him.”
“ery call the cops!”
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Though Abigail heard the chaotic shouts, she paid them no mind. All she wanted was to make the bastard who insulted her father pay for his words.
Suddenly, a hand shot out from the side, gripping Abigail’s jaw tightly. She turned her head slightly and stared at Eric with a solemn expression.
“Let go,” he commanded.
She ignored Eric, refusing to relinquish her grip. But the pressure on her jaw increased, his fingers threatening to crush her chin
Unable to withstand the force, Abigail loosened her bite on Gavin. Eric yanked her into his arms with an un
n unyielding grip.
The familiar scent of cedar drifted listo her nose, but it only made her frown as she struggled to break free.
Eric held her firmly, pressing her against his chest with deliberate strength.
Freed at last, Gain looked up, his face was covered with bloodied scratches. The worst one stretched from his lett cheek down to his jawline. He looked pitiful, but there was no mistaking the fury in his eyes.
His ear, in particular, was in a dire state, blood trickling steadily from the wound.
Cursing under his breath, Gavin wiped his face and threw a punch in Abigal’s direction.
“Enough!” Eric bellowed.
Although Gavin was turning with anger, he stopped in this tracks and obeyed Eric’s command
Eric looked at Abigail and commanded, “I didn’t bring you along to act like a lunatic. Apologize to Gavin.”
He had a peculiar fondness for making his wife apologize to others. In less than hall day, this was already the second time he’d said it.
Abigail sneered inwardly but remained silent.
Gavin, however, was far from calm. “What’s the point of her apologizing? Will her apology bring my sister back in life? If anyone needs to apologize, it should be her and that damned father of hers–down in hell, to my sister!”
The truth behind Gavin’s hatred of Abigail ram deeper.
Years ago, his sister had been diagnosed with cancer. Her condition had stabilized, but after taking a medication developed by Reed Corporation, her health deteriorated rapidly, and she passed away within a short time.
Still, none of that justified his insules toward Counter,
“I won’t apologize and you have no right to order me around, Abigail retorted.
Eric was enraged by her defiant actitude. He frowned and said, “Are you crazy? Do you think it’s right to attack someone? You act like a madwoman every single day–I’ve had enough of you!”
His furious outburst seemed to make Allall calmer.
“Like I said before, let’s divorce then,” she said farly. Her vision was blurring again, dark spots clouding her sight. “There’s only one thing I want, Return the cornea you took from me. I’m on the verge of going blind.”
