Chapter 136: WHO IS HE REALLY?

"THIS IS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY!" Gary’s voice boomed through the room, his fury palpable. This was the first time Gary had ever snapped at Xina like this. His tone, cold and harsh, was eerily similar to how her father had often spoken to her in moments of anger. His dark eyes, usually filled with affection, now blazed with an anger that he was barely managing to contain. Gary wanted to punish Gillian severely—perhaps even fatally—for the incident. His impulse for retribution was strong, and Xina knew that if it weren’t for the fact that she was his mate, she herself might have been the target of his wrath. The intensity of his anger was terrifying. When Gary had first asked her to stay in the manor for her safety, he had pleaded with her gently, and she had reluctantly agreed. But now, that gentle demeanor was long gone. His rage overshadowed everything. "Xina, please understand," Gary's voice softened slightly, his eyes reflecting grief as he realized the