Chapter 3 - The Cruel Ultimatum
Blake stepped aggressively closer to Claire, invading her personal space. He pointed his manicured finger directly at her dark green silk dress, completely ignoring the fact that she was carrying his child.
"You're acting like you're some kind of prize," Blake laughed, his voice dripping with absolute, unadulterated cruelty. "Look at you. You showed up to a billionaire's charity gala looking for a handout because you can't afford the medical bills on your pathetic salary."
Tessa shifted uncomfortably in her silver gown, looking down at the shattered glass on the floor. Even she knew Blake was crossing a horrific line.
"Leave her alone, Blake," Tessa whispered nervously, gently pulling on his tuxedo sleeve.
"Shut up, Tessa," Blake snapped violently, not even looking back at her. He kept his arrogant, toxic eyes locked entirely on Claire. "I told you what would happen if you kept it. You ruined your own life, Claire. You are completely alone. Now apologize for bumping into me, and maybe I'll let you walk out of here."
A tight, cinematic close-up captured Claire’s face.
She refused to break eye contact. Her strong jaw tightened visibly. She was fighting back heavy, burning tears of profound humiliation, feeling completely trapped by his cruelty and the staring eyes of the wealthy crowd.
But she wasn't going to apologize to a monster.
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"I wanted you to move," Claire repeated firmly.
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