467: A Shadow in the Room

The sudden slap that landed on Clarke Zodiac's face was shocking, an unexpected turn of events. No one anticipated that the woman who had just stormed out of his car would dare to strike him. Wayne let out a meaningful chuckle after a brief moment of silence. Clarke Zodiac's face was contorted with fury. He never imagined that this seemingly compliant woman would ever lash out at him. Until now, their interactions had been relatively smooth, even when she spoke words that annoyed him, she had never resorted to physical aggression. But today, she slapped him right there in the car, leaving a visible mark on his cheek. "Who would've thought that toying with people's emotions would earn you a slap from a woman? How does that feel?" Wayne's voice dripped with sarcasm. Clarke Zodiac felt a wave of humiliation wash over him, especially in front of Wayne. Clarke Zodiac inhaled deeply, his glare filled with unrestrained hostility. "You think this is funny, Wayne? Keep laughing while you c