Chapter 128

Giselle stepped outside. She was just about to head to the finance office to pay when she realized her dog was gone. Eastin had come with her into the after-sales lounge when they got out of the car earlier. But while she was arguing with Gideon, she hadn't noticed when it slipped out. She called out its name a few times, then walked over to the open area outside the dealership. She scanned around, only to spot it in a secluded corner. But just as she was about to walk over and put it on a leash, Gideon suddenly shot past her. In just a few strides, he appeared beside it and kicked it hard. He'd kicked Eastin so hard that poor Eastin was sent flying several feet, landing flat on its back. Having witnessed this scene, Giselle was seething. She rushed forward and scooped up her dog, stroking its head and checking for injuries. The poor thing was clearly in pain, whimpering hoarsely. She shot up, ready to storm over and tear into that bastard—only to find him crouched nearby, co