Jealousy Consumed me

Claire's POV 

I was furious that Susan had called, but the way Evander was handling her gave me a small sense of satisfaction. Yet, with every venomous word she spat, calling Evander a monster made my blood boiled. I wanted nothing more than to storm over there and punch her smug face. But I clenched my fists as I laid there in Evander's arms, trying to control my anger. 

Now wasn't the time for impulsive actions and let her know that we were already together, lest she design something new.

I didn't want the world to know about Evander and me—not yet. Not until our foundation was solid and unshakable. I wanted us to be secure in this relationship, untouchable by the manipulative games of others. I didn't want either of us to fall prey to misunderstandings stirred by a scandalous article or any sorts of rumors.

But as the conversation delved deeper, my heart twisted painfully. Susan had struck me where it hurt the most.