8 Denial Athena kept a perfunctory smile on her lips as Zane led her to greet many people .
Her arm enclosed in his , she was aware they were passing an image that they were together .
At first , she had wanted to create a chasm , an awareness that it wasnt so , but now she decided to let the impression continue , not in the least ready to make an explanation to her father , who was approaching her now .
Walking arm in arm with him was a middle aged lady she hadnt seen in her entire life .
Did the old man get married again ? Nevertheless , she maintained an aloof countenance when Zane did an introduction ; an aloofness , which didnt disappear when her father chuckled drily , before speaking .
There is no need for an introduction , Mr.
Zane .
Doctor Athena is my daughter : It was Zanes turn to chuckle .
Mr Zack , your last name is Moore .
I may not be good with remembering names , but I remember yours … Mr Zack blushed in happiness , pleased that the almighty Zane remembered his name .
This caused him to raise his shoulders in pride ; an act which caused Athena to pique an eyebrow .
Her father was still the same , after six years .
You are right , Mr.
Zane .
Moore is my last name .
But Caddels is my late wifes last name .
There had been a slight altercation in the family a few years ago , after my wifes death , and my daughter had left .
Its no surprise that she had changed her name ; however , it would explain why I had been unable to find her .
Unable to find her ? Athena held back a bitter chuckle .
She hadnt changed her name for the longest time after her exile from the city .
She found the lie amusing , but she said nothing .
There was no need for that .
She wasnt planning to accept the man back as her father .
He wasnt even that , in the truest sense .
So she stayed quiet , waiting for the lifting of the stillness , which transcended past their orbit and infiltrated the spheres of the other party attendees .
Is this true , Athena ? Zane broke the ice finally ; his voice a template for coldness .
Athena had told him that her parents were dead .
Had she lied to him ? Not at all , Zane .
I dont know the old geezer .
Im flattered , however , that he thought me beautiful and valuable enough to claim as his daughter … A snide chuckle followed Athenas answer , unsettling her father .
He didnt like the cold aura she was emitting ; a material that only got worse , when she shifted her attention from Zane to him , and spoke ; But its too bad Mr.
Zack .
Im not looking for a father ? lumarium Athenate redactien Hut he refiend try alus un on hie nuest 1/4 < 日 Dermal Zack furrowed his eyebrows , hearing Athenas rejection .
But he refused to give up on his quest for her association and the profit he would garner if she married the trillionaire , Zane .
Athena , my dear … I know you are still upset about the little problem that had happened six years ago , but let bygones be bygones .
Forget the past ! Dont you miss your home ? When Athenas face remained apathetic to his words , Zack panicked , and decided to tow the rare route .
+ I am sorry for my anger , Athena .
Im really sorry , my beloved .
You know how it always is , but … He stopped short when Athena raised her hand casually, as if tired of hearing a belligerent kid speak .
Im flattered by your attention , old man .
But I dont desire it .
I am not your daughter .
Athena ignored her fathers sudden white face , a sheet of anger and frustration , and turned to Zane , sporting an icy smile on her lips .
Can we get out of this space ? The man is beginning to suffocate me … Zane nodded , and glared at Zack , who stepped back in fear , especially as two guards materialized out of nowhere to escort him out of the venue .
Mr.
Zack , your time here is up .
Leave now .
I wont tolerate guest .
anyone disturbing my esteemed There was a bristling quality in Zanes voice , one that Athena has heard a few times ; dangerous and terrible .
Despite his jolly nature , this bristle voice quality , which came up once in a while , was why she thought him a predator .
And from her fathers reaction of terror , it seemed she was right .
Athena watched , satisfied , as her father was escorted out of the hall with his date .
Before he left from the first exit , however , he turned and glared at her .
When Zane breathed deeply beside her , she knew he had seen it ; she knew her father would pay for that particular glare .
Zane was quite possessive of her .
And although it scared her sometimes , times like this made it alright .
Yet , she wondered about how he would make her father pay .
Two seconds later , she shrugged her shoulders .
She didnt care .
She didnt care or shiver either when her eyes met Ewans at the far end of the hall , not even when he started walking toward her , with Fiona .
Tell me the truth , Athena … Athena shifted her focus to Zane , Who w looking down at her with intense concentration .
Is he your father ? Do you both have a history ? Athena sighed .
There was no way she was escaping this .
Lying would only cause more harm than B Donial He was my father , until he disowned me six years ago , until he revealed I was dropped at his barn by someone .
A someone , who he cursed repeatedly before throwing me out of his town There was silence where Zane ruminated on this .
Why would he do that ? Because I was no longer profitable to him .
Athena stated casually when Ewan came to stand before them with Fiona .
Ewan ! How have you been , old cow ?! Athena furrowed her eyebrows when she heard Zanes mode of greeting her ex husband , when he stepped forward and engulfed Ewan in a hug , which the latter returned enthusiastically , although his eyes never left her .
They were friends ? Wow , what a small world ! When they disengaged , Zane took up the reins of conversation .
But Athena wasnt fooled .
She knew he would continue his drilling about her history when the party was over .
Who is the beauty beside you , Ewan ? Your wife ? You didnt invite me to your wedding ceremony , friend .
That should be a ne low for you ! Ewan chuckled , and Athena held her breath in mild shock , not believing her heart .
She secretly pinched herself , after the hearty chuckle sent tendrils of sexual excitement around her body .
She blamed this reaction on the fact that she rarely saw Ewan smile .
But she would rather be dead than pine for Ewan , than making this discovery obvious .
No , we are not married .
We are just … Athena literally had to clamp her teeth at this point , to stop her tongue from spouting best friends ?? She couldnt believe they were still keeping up the ruse .
engaged for the now … Ewan finished , without even glancing at Fiona , as loving couples usually did .
Fiona , whose entire focus was on Athena and her possible relationship with Zane , wasnt in the least deterred .
She was too distracted by her evil thoughts , to notice that Ewan has been glancing at Athena since they came before Zane .
But Zane noticed .
He also noticed the unusual coldness to Athena as she looked at Ewan and his fiancée , but he said nothing .
There would be ample time for investigations later .
I see , congratulations are in order then .
Zane finally said , his smile not as vibrant as before .

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However , he still shook Ewans hand .
Ewan , who nodded robotically to his friends pleasantries , when all he wanted was to grab Athena , and ask her what she was doing here , what she was doing with his old friend .
Was she with him for the money ? I low was she even a famous doctor ? When had she gotten educated ? 8 Denial Thank you , Mr.
Zane .
What about you and your lady ? Is she your fiancée ? Athena held back a scoff .
So like Fiona to ask stupid questions , just to compare ranks .
And how would that be your business , young lady ? Zane inquired , causing Fiona to blush in embarrassment , and Athena to chuckle heartily ; a chuckle that only served to taint her graces in Ewans eyes .
Had he been a fool to believe Sandro six years ago ? His ex wife no longer looked innocent or docile .
Ewan thought , watching as Athena excused herself by tapping Zanes arm , her eyes communicating her reason to his friend .
2 He watched as Zane released her arm .
He watched as his friend watched Athena go to the restroom .
Suddenly , he became aware of the restlessness that rose in his chest .
Suddenly , he became angry at his friend for watching Athena walk to the restroom .
Suddenly he became angry with himself for being angry in the first place .
This restless feeling made the decision for Ewan .
It was time to get answers .
And so , he excused himself from the party of three , and walked away, not minding how the duo behind him would perceive his erratic action .
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