Chapter 76

Catching sight of Vincent blocking the doorway, Hannah's expression immediately hardened. "That's not your concern." With a determined push, she brushed past him, making a beeline for the hallway.

A storm brewed in Vincent's eyes as he caught her bythe arm and dragged her back, the door thudding shut behind them. His sleeve rolled up, he shot her a pointed look. "You're not leaving," he ordered, voice crisp and unyielding.

Hannah fixed him with a frosty stare. She paused for a moment before letting out a sharp scoff. "Was it really necessary for you to be this heartless?"

She smirked. What did he expect-was he seriously going to force her to stay in this room and witness his happiness with Brinley? She was hardly interested in watching.

Anger flared inside Hannah, each breath coming sharper than the last.

A crease appeared between Vincent's brows as he studied her, frustration clear. Recently, he found himself at a loss every time they spoke. Danica's presence upstairs with Brinley was the only reason he'd cut his visit short-only to catch Hannah about to slip away. And on top of that, Hannah's icy tone stung. She wasn't like this before.

Frustration made his tone harsh. "You already have full control over the birthday celebration planning. What more do you want?"

"Sharon gave me that responsibility. What does that have to do with you?" Hannah retorted. Brinley was the only one Vincent ever seemed willing to defend.

Eyes shining with biting sarcasm, Hannah raised her chin, refusing to back down. "Get out of my way."

Vincent's tone sank lower, rough and tight, like every word had to be forced past his jaw. "I am not moving.Say it. What the hell's been going on with you these days?"

Hannah had to suppress an eye roll. Unbelievable. Now he wanted answers, after everything he'd put her through? No reply came. Wasting breath on him felt pointless, every second in this room pressing down on her. All she wanted was to escape.