Chapter 55

For some reason, everything Wendy did now seemed to trigger James' possessiveness and desire for control. He had never felt this way about her before. Was it because her eyes no longer saw just him? The moment this thought appeared in his mind, even James was startled. Since when had he cared about what Wendy thought? "Come home with me, Wendy. Ethan is waiting for you," he said suddenly, as if possessed. But even as he said it, he clung to a shred of rationality and added those words. Wendy stared at him. "Are you trying to show weakness, Mr. Frank?" James' expression stiffened. His hold tightened slightly. "You're overthinking it. I'm just reminding you that Ethan is still waiting for you at home." "I've already said that I can take Ethan and leave." There was a trace of impatience on her face. "Impossible. He's my child." "So what? James, what exactly are you trying to do?" Wendy was now furious. Her eyes were filled with anger. "That's what I should be asking you. Does d