Chapter 7 The photos showed Kari in ways Dawson had never seen-reckless, even naked in a stranger's arms. The paternity test revealed that the child in her womb wasn't his at all. It wasn't his child. So... he had endangered his own wife and sister for someone else's baby. Kari cried, begging for Dawson's forgiveness. "Dawson, I only made a mistake that any woman in the world might make, but I truly love you!" "I was afraid you'd reject me, so I said it was your child. In my heart, you are always the father-this fact cannot change!" Hearing that, Dawson's heart wavered. At that moment, the butler brought over a man. Kari's face immediately drained of color. The man was a Hill family bodyguard, beaten nearly to death, pointing at Kari and speaking urgently. "It's her! She ordered me! That snake-she made me fetch it from the mountains! All venomous, all dangerous!" "She even told me to buy abortion drugs and pin everything on Mrs. Hill!" "It's not my fault! Mr. Hill, Sir, I just lost my head for a moment!" Dawson could no longer contain his fury. He grabbed Kari by the neck. "It's you! You brought those venomous snakes and lied, saying they were pets!" "You hid that the baby wasn't yours and deliberately bought abortion drugs, blaming Alice! Kari, how cruel can you be?" Kari struggled, gasping for air, eyes rolling as she fought. "Dawson... I... I loved you too much... Jealousy blinded me..." "Besides... you never liked Alice either... just let me be your wife..." Hearing that, Dawson released her, wiping his hands with disdain. "Be my wife? You deserve that?" Chapter 7 9.21% "Who said I don't like Alice? She's the only wife I'll ever have. Don't be delusional!" Kari, always spoiled by Dawson, couldn't tolerate such humiliation. Her eyes widened. "Delusional? Didn't you pursue me because I was young and beautiful? You even said your wife at home was an ugly old hag you were tired of." "This is all your own doing. And now you're blaming me!" Hearing her exposed, Dawson lost his temper, slapping Kari repeatedly until her face swelled before stopping. "Take her into the depths of the rainforest. Let her truly experience the consequences of her deeds!" Kari panicked, kneeling and crying, begging Dawson to spare her. But Dawson ignored her, waving his hand as the bodyguards dragged her away. When he turned around to look for me, he found that I had already left. Chapter 7 Title: Addicted to You Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance, Billionaire, CEO, Modern, Romantic, Hidden Feelings, Mansion, Office, Meet Again Status: ongoing In "Addicted to You," a captivating romance unfolds between Audrey and Floyd. Despite Floyd's arranged marriage and family struggles, he continually comes to Audrey's rescue after their one-night stand that has left her secretly pining for him for eight years. As their paths intertwine in unexpected ways within the backdrop of a luxurious mansion and high-stakes office dynamics, hidden feelings resurface, igniting a tale of love, loyalty, and second chances. This modern romantic narrative by CrushReel delves deep into themes of forbidden love, self-discovery, and the complexities of relationships in the world of billionaires and CEOs. What sets "Addicted to You" apart is its deft exploration of the characters' internal conflicts and the magnetic pull drawing them together despite external obstacles. Experience the emotional rollercoaster as Audrey and Floyd navigate their undeniable connection amidst societal expectations and personal dilemmas. Available to read online at CrushReel for those seeking a story that goes beyond conventional romance tropes with its rich character development and intricate plot twists.