Chapter 16 Slap

Emery didn't have to ask what line she had crossed. She knew Kieran blamed her for questioning his private life, but why couldn't she? They had spent ten years together. Even without a marriage license, they were still officially engaged. Didn't that give her the right to ask? It hurt. Emery furrowed her brows, but she quickly composed herself. She lifted her head to meet Kieran's cold gaze. From the corner of her eye, she caught Tessa's mocking smile. "I see." Emery nodded without arguing. She stared at Kieran calmly and continued, "Then, tell me, what exactly is our relationship?" Before this, Emery had always seen herself as someone who knew her place. Over the years, she had endured countless women flocking to Kieran, but she had never caused a scene. Sarah used to tell Emery that she wasn't as likable, so she had to behave well in order for Kieran to want her. She remembered this well, so no matter what Kieran did outside, she had never embarrassed him publicly. Normally,