Chapter 93

• Vanessa’s POV
• Alfie's stare bore into me, a mix of disbelief and fury swirling in his eyes. He couldn't fathom the words I had just spoken, couldn't believe I would dare to challenge him so directly.
• But I didn't waver. I held his gaze with steely resolve, refusing to let him intimidate me. Evie was ready to attack whenever I wanted her to. She might be hurting, but she wouldn't mind hurting him more. I was so ready for that.