Chapter 32

Emily's heart sank, shattering all over again. She hadn’t expected much from Nicholas, but seeing this still hurt.

"Emily..." Nicholas quickly pushed Maria away as soon as he saw her standing there, but it was too late. The damage was done. Emily turned and ran, her chest tight with hurt.

She wasn’t angry because she had seen them together—she was furious and wounded because Nicholas had humiliated her in front of Maria.

"Emily... listen to me..." Nicholas called out, chasing after her and grabbing her arm.

Emily jerked away, her voice shaking with fury. "Don’t you dare touch me!"

Nicholas’s panic was evident. "It’s not what you think! Please, don’t get angry. Just listen to me!" he pleaded, his voice desperate.

Emily let out a bitter chuckle, her eyes cold. "Not what I think? Then what was it? Did you invite me to dinner just to make a fool of me in front of your lover?"