Vows and Vengeance

lightly around her wine glass. The cold dread in her veins chilled deeper than fear-it was the feeling of being watched, of walking into a war you never agreed to fight

elieve may be involved in the threats. All of them connected-directly or by proxy-to David's family or their financial allies." Yuna blinked at the screen. Dozens of names. Some she knew. Others she didn't. All powerful."All of these people might be after me?""Some want to scare you into silence. Others think you're a liability to their reputations. And a few-" He paused, face unreadable. "-don't like that you're with me.""But we're not really together.""They don't know that."She looked up, lips parting. "So this is about you?"Alexander didn't answer.He didn't need to.Yuna set the tablet down, heart pounding. "Why didn't you tell me how dangerous this could get?""Because I didn't think they'd act this fast," he admitted. "But now we play a new game."He turned the screen to face her-an email invite to a charity ball hosted by David's family."You want to walk into their house?""I want to walk in with you on my arm."She stared. "You're insane."He leaned in, gaze locked on hers. "I'm strategic. And this is how we take control of the narrative."A thrill of fear-and adrenaline-rushed through her."You'll need a new dress," he said, almost as an afterthought. "Something unforgettable."The night of the gala arrived too fast. The venue glittered like a castle-gold chandeliers, live string quartet, press everywhere. Yuna stepped out of the black car in a crimson silk gown that hugged her like a second skin. Her hair was swept into a sleek bun, a diamond choker around her throat. She was elegance. Fire. Vengeance in heels. Alexander offered his arm. "Ready?"She swallowed. "I hope you know what you're doing.""So do I," he murmured, and led her into the lion's den.The moment they entered, cameras flashed like lightning. Gasps rippled through the crowd as eyes turned toward them-Yuna, the scandalous ex-bride, and Alexander Wolfe, the untouchable billionaire. "Smile," he whi