Chapter 23

After the wedding ceremony concluded, Yvette changed into a more casual outfit, took Zephyr's hand, and set off to their new home. It was the first time they'd held hands as a married couple. Yvette felt the warmth of his hand enveloping hers, chasing away the chill from the air conditioning earlier. They stayed clear of the crowd at the front and headed toward the back door. Yet, as soon as she opened the door, her eyes were immediately drawn to Kade, standing just a few feet away. It wasn't because she still had feelings for him, but because his face was so badly beaten that it was impossible to ignore. It was only after she saw him in such a state that she finally realized why Sean's shirt was torn earlier. It made sense since she was his younger sister—the one he had seen grow from a child into who she was today. It was only right for him to go all out against Kade. Meanwhile, Kade had no idea what was going through Yvette's mind. Upon seeing her, he hurried toward her, only