Chapter 28

I wasn't sure what I said that set him off, but Zane's expression darkened in an instant. I took two steps back, cautiously watching him. "Don't get upset. I really don't want to go to Ashbourne." After all, I had to attend the dance competition and win that three million dollar prize. I couldn't possibly go with him to Ashbourne. Zane took a long drag of his cigarette, staring at me coldly for what felt like a full minute. I nervously fidgeted with my hands, too afraid to say another word. When he finished his cigarette, he stubbed it out and said calmly, "Fine." I breathed a sigh of relief. He stood up and walked toward the door, but as he passed by me, he shot me a glance and instructed coldly, "While I'm gone, you'd better behave. Don't do anything to make me angry." "Of course! I'll be good," I promised. Then, Zane left promptly. He must've been angry because he spent the entire night in the study. Later, Mary made some herbal soup and asked me to bring it to Zane. I figu