Liam's POV

As I sat in the garden, Clara's words echoed in my mind, gnawing at my thoughts. I couldn't stop the feeling of betrayal that washed over me. Maxine had been spending time with Tobias when I gave her a day off. Despite all the care I had shown her recently, she chose to betray me in the most hurtful way. She was mine and not Tobias.

I needed answers, and I needed them now. I looked at Maxine, my emotions were becoming a turbulent storm inside me.

"Maxine," I said sternly as I ...