Chapter 16: Was It Just for the Money?

Giselle couldn’t believe Henry’s supposed benevolence; she was almost certain her phone was under his watchful eyes. In a panic, she texted Chase Carter: “I’ve fallen for someone else. We’re through. Please leave me alone.” No sooner had the message been sent than her phone rang. Stunned, Giselle took a moment to steady her emotions before answering. “Giselle, why? After three years, you just call it quits?” Chase’s voice was tinged with disbelief and pain. He couldn’t understand why, after everything he had done for her, their relationship had to end like this. Regretfully ending things, Giselle felt terrible but couldn’t bring herself to explain. She inhaled deeply, her voice icy as she said, “We’re just not right for each other anymore. I’ve met someone else I care about more.” “Who?” Chase’s voice grew heavy. After a pause, he added, “Was it that man who was with you today? How do you know someone like that?” Bombarded by his probing questions, Giselle was overwhelmed. Fina