Chapter 139: Empty Threats

Ella’s

I smiled slowly as I looked at James. I made sure to savor every single word that I had been holding back for a very long time. It felt good to finally speak my mind. There was a very deep and real satisfaction in watching a man like James struggle to keep his temper under control.

I could see the way his jaw remained tight and the way his eyes looked sharp with his own wounded pride. He was a man who lived on fear and authority that he didn't actually own. ...