Silver platter

"I will protect you with my life, even if it is from afar. Your path is my path, and your dream is my dream. If you truly refuse to give me a second chance, then I will help you find your happy ending with Hezekiah," he vowed, his voice heavy with sincerity. Belle's heart betrayed her, skipping a beat at his heartfelt words, but her mind rebelled, fueling her anger. Raising her eyebrows in disbelief, she let out a bitter laugh.

"Do not take me for a fool," she retorted sharply. "Do you think I can't see through your plan? You think sweet words will sway me, that I will suddenly change my mind? We both know you can't stand the thought of me being happy with another man. You would rather see me miserable." Her smirk carried the triumph of someone who believed they had exposed a hidden truth, but Quinn's expression remained unchanged, calm, and unreadable.