Shredded Vows: The Billionaire’s Secret Heir novel Chapter 22

The night was pitch black, streetlights casting a pale glow over the damp asphalt as the black Bentley cruised through the city.

Larson glanced cautiously through the rearview mirror, not daring to ask questions as he drove straight to The Grand Regency.

There would be no returning to Belvoir Estate tonight.

Gideon stared grimly at the broken chain, his brow furrowed as a chilling silence filled the cabin.

The metal gave off a dull, cold gleam, holding the weight of a dark and distant past.

Twenty years ago, the jewelry had snapped just like this. As an eight-year-old boy, it had taken him a full month to put it back together.

Lydia’s actions tonight had undoubtedly ripped open a deeply buried wound.

It only fueled the simmering hatred he harbored toward her.

He remembered the last time it had broken—also because of Lydia. But that day, a life had been lost along with it.

Gideon’s gaze turned icy and utterly exhausted.

He looked like a cornered predator, wandering aimlessly through his own territory, entirely unable to find an escape.

City lights blurred past the windows while the atmosphere inside the car grew suffocating. This bracelet was the only physical anchor to his grief.

The following morning.

Lydia used a heavy layer of concealer to hide her bruised lip, though she couldn't do anything to mask her shattered mood.

Arriving at Gray Enterprises for her business trip with the design department, she stepped into the grand lobby and immediately spotted Gideon, surrounded by an entourage.

Sunlight poured through the floor-to-ceiling windows, reflecting brilliantly off the polished marble floors.

Several executives trailed closely beside him, murmuring in urgent tones as they handed over files for his swift review and signature.

Gideon stood impeccably tall, his tailored suit accentuating his commanding presence. His expression was stony, each measured step radiating an undeniable authority.

"Good morning, Mr. Gray."

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