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Luke\u2019s face was slick with sweat, his expression a mix of panic and dread. \u201cVincent, you have to help me,\u201d he pleaded, his voice shaky. \u201cNaomi told Damian everything. He\u2019s not going to let this go.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent abruptly flicked his cigarette out the window. When he turned, his eyes were intense. \u201cThen why didn\u2019t you think about the consequences before doing something so stupid?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The scolding made Luke\u2019s stomach drop. \u201cI didn\u2019t know!\u201d he blurted out defensively. \u201cHow was I supposed to know Damian cared about that woman more than his own life?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s expression remained unsettlingly calm. \u201cEven an outsider values her that much. And you? She was my wife for five years. How could you hire someone to assault her?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Luke froze as if struck, staring at Vincent in stunned silence.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A long moment passed before a bitter, humorless laugh escaped him. \u201cIsn\u2019t that what you taught us?\u201d he shot back, his voice rising. \u201cWhen did you ever show her an ounce of care? If you had, even for a second, Daniel and I wouldn\u2019t have treated her like that. Let\u2019s be honest\u2013aren\u2019t you the one who set the example?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
His words hit their mark, sharp as needles. Vincent was quiet for a beat before replying, low and firm, \u201cI never laid a hand on her.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Luke\u2019s laugh turned colder, more scornful. \u201cOh, big deal, you didn\u2019t hit her. Your indifference, your neglect\u2013that\u2019s what cuts deeper. You\u2019re the one who slowly killed the cheerful, lively woman she used to be, the one who was always around trying to be part of this family.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
A flash of anger crossed Vincent\u2019s features. He turned his head sharply, glaring at Luke. \u201cGet out of the car. Go back to your dorm.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
In that moment, Luke seemed past fear. \u201cScarlett loving you was the biggest mistake of her life,\u201d he stated flatly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Then he shoved the car door open and climbed out, slamming it shut with a force that made the whole vehicle shudder.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The loud bang echoed in the sudden quiet. Vincent sat alone in the driver\u2019s seat for a long moment. Despite his harshness, he pulled out his phone and called Abbott.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When his assistant answered, Vincent\u2019s instructions were concise. \u201cPut someone on Luke. Watch Damian too. The moment Damian makes a move toward him, intervene. I don\u2019t want Luke hurt.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cUnderstood, Mr. Stewart.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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After ending the call, Vincent drove back to Ravenshade Villa.\u00a0<\/p>\n
That night, after he finally fell asleep, Vincent dreamt of Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was the first time he had dreamed of her since their marriage ended.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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In the dream, she was always smiling warmly, and the texts she sent were filled with a hopeful, persistent affection.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cVincent, does this color look good on me?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cVincent, what do you think of this hair clip?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cVincent, I saw the neighbor\u2019s cat today. It was so sweet\u2013it even reached its paw out to me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve run a bath for you. It\u2019s ready.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cShould I make oatmeal or toast for breakfast tomorrow?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWill you be home for dinner tonight?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cCould you\u2026 spend a little more time with me? But if you\u2019re busy, it\u2019s\u2026 it\u2019s okay.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe baby kicked today. I don\u2019t think he\u2019s heard his daddy\u2019s voice in months.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cVincent, my water broke. Can you come? I want you to be the first to hold him.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m so worn out. Can you come help me with Vanessa?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cVincent, Vanessa said \u2018daddy\u2018 today. Will you come hear her?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cVanessa\u2019s first tooth came in.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cVincent, I\u2019m so tired. Can\u2019t you really come back?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Beyond the cascade of messages, other scenes played out in his dream.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She always woke before him to make breakfast, iron his suits and dress shirts, pick out his ties, polish his shoes, and pack his briefcase.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When he came home from work, she was always at the door first, taking his briefcase from his hand. \u201cYou must be tired,\u201d she\u2019d say softly. \u201cI made the chicken noodle soup you like. Let me get you a bowl.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
When he worked late, she would slip quietly into the study with a cup of warm milk. \u201cDon\u2019t overdo it,\u201d she\u2019d whisper. \u201cIt can wait till tomorrow.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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After Vanessa was born, Scarlett moved their daughter\u2019s crib to the first\u2013floor guest room so their crying newborn wouldn\u2019t disturb his sleep or concentration.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In their intimate moments, she gave herself completely, anxious about his comfort, his satisfaction.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Afterwards, she would gently clean him with a towel, then curl against his side and ask, softly, \u201cWas it good for you?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Usually, Vincent would just light a cigarette and lean back against the headboard, his mind already drifting\u2013to work, or to thoughts of Sabrina.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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