54. Betrayal & Blackmail

Chapter Fifty-Four

As Clara sat on the bed, trying to gather her thoughts, she heard the sound of footsteps approaching. She turned her head just as Denver reappeared in the doorway, fully dressed and wearing an expression she hadn’t seen before—one of cold determination.

“Clara, we need to talk,” Denver said, his voice calm but steely.

Clara’s rage flared up again. “I told you to get out, Denver. I never want to see you again.”

“You don’t get it, do you?” Denver snapped back, stepping into the room. “You can’t just get rid of me that easily.”

“Oh, really? And why is that?” Clara spat, her fists clenching.

“Because if you leave me, I’ll expose your little secret,” Denver said, his eyes narrowing. “The one about your sister, Stella. About how you sent her away to that remote island under false pretenses to secure your position as CEO.”

Clara’s eyes widened in shock, but she quickly masked it with fury. “You wouldn’t dare.”

“Try me,” Denver retorted, crossing his arms. “I’ve got nothing