Chapter 18

I felt a wave of disgust rise in my chest. I'd already figured out what Jeremy was trying to do, and honestly, there was no limit to his shamelessness while trying to appease Tommy. Yet, Freddy surprisingly didn't look angry at all. Even though he was Alana's husband, he actually turned to Alana and said, "Go sit next to Mr. Chesson and keep him company, Alana. Have a drink with him." Alana's expression shifted immediately. She clearly didn't want to, but the moment she hesitated, I noticed that both Jeremy and Freddy shot her a cold, threatening look. She didn't dare to refuse them. Even with a thousand reasons not to, she still forced herself to sit beside Tommy as instructed. After that, I couldn't focus on eating anymore. My eyes kept drifting toward where Alana was seated. From beginning to end, she smiled like nothing was wrong, but anyone could see how trapped and helpless she felt. I understood her feelings, but I hated how I couldn't do a single thing, just like her. Tomm