Chapter 57

Samantha hesitated, her hand hovering in midair. She'd initially intended to take the tissue Leonardo had offered, but after hearing his words, she changed her mind. She knew exactly what she was to him—a small, insignificant nobody, an ant he could crush effortlessly. And yet, despite how ridiculous it was, she still wanted to hold onto the last shred of her dignity. "I don't need it. Thanks," she muttered, wiping her tears with her sleeve instead, refusing to touch the tissue he'd offered. "Do you really hate me that much?" Samantha didn't answer. Instead, she turned her head to look out the window. "Answer me, Samantha!" Samantha acted as if she couldn't hear him, completely ignoring him. The silence was unbearable. "Stop the car!" Leonardo barked. Gary flinched and slammed the brakes. The partition between the front and back seats slowly lowered, and Gary hesitated before saying, "My apologies, Mr. Garrett. The road wasn't in great condition. Are you alright?" Leonardo