CHAPTER 1 â The Attack That Changed Everything
The private hospital suite became silent after the sound of the crystal glass breaking.
Khloe Thorne lay on the cold marble floor, one hand protecting her seven-month-old baby, while the other trembled against the ground.
Isabella Rossi stood above her.
For months, Isabella had hidden behind a perfect smile.
She had attended Marcus Thorneâs charity events.
She had supported his company.
She had pretended to be Khloeâs friend.
But behind closed doors, she had always believed one thing:
Khloe had stolen the life that belonged to her.
The life beside Marcus.
The name.
The power.
The empire.
âYou were never supposed to be his wife,â Isabella whispered.
Khloe looked up in disbelief.
âYou were my friendâŠâ
Isabella smiled coldly.
âNo, Khloe. I was waiting.â
Before Khloe could respond, the door opened.
Marcus Thorne froze.
His eyes moved from his pregnant wife on the floor to Isabella standing over her.
âWhat happened?â
Isabella immediately changed.
Her angry expression disappeared.
Tears filled her eyes.
âShe attacked me,â Isabella whispered.
Marcus stared at her.
But something felt wrong.
Because above themâŠ
A small red light was blinking.
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The security camera was recording.
And Isabella had no idea.
