CHAPTER 17

Freda was shocked at how bold Evan had become. The way he talked, looked at them, and carried himself was nothing like the old Evan.

But why? Why was he so confident now?

She remembered how he used to beg them for cash when he lived with them at the Reynolds's villa.

"Is that a threat?" Justin glared at Evan. "Admit it, you're just mad she moved on from your pathetic self to a billionaire like me. You couldn't satisfy her because you're worthless"

Evan replied with a smirk, "You think your bank account makes you worthy? Like I said, you're nothing but a paycheck to her, and when that runs out, she will too"

Evan paused, his smile widening into a taunting grin, "But hey, enjoy the ride while it lasts. It's going to be a long fall from that horse of yours"

Evan's words were like thorns under Justin's flesh, provoking him to his core. His eyes turned red as he clenched his fists behind him, looking ready to explode.

"Let's head in, the gala is about to start" Bella said wit