Chapter 6 I was just thinking out loud , Rosalie replied evasively . Dont read too much into it . The future is never set in stone , thats all I meant . Whats uncertain when Im in the picture ? Dante pressed , clearly unsatisfied with her vague response . Before he could dig deeper , Darcy smoothly interjected . Miss Lima , she said with a smile that didnt reach her eyes , I understand you trained at Juilliard ? Such a shame to keep someone of your … background … cooped up in this VIP room . Perhaps youd like to dance a little ? Rosalie shook her head . No thank you . Im not feeling up to it . Oh , dont be so modest , Darcy persisted with fake warmth . Ive secured the entire floor privately . No audience to intimidate someone whos used to … smaller venues . Dantes expression darkened ; he clearly wanted to continue their conversation about Rosalies cryptic comment . But Marcus and Tyler jumped in . Come on , Wolf , Tyler said , clapping Dante on the shoulder , let the lady show what shes got . Weve been hearing about these famous dance skills for years . Marcus leaned close to Dantes ear , whispering something that made his jaw tighten . After several seconds of visible internal conflict , Dante reluctantly nodded . As Darcy led her toward the exit , Rosalie felt a distinct sense of unease creeping up her spine . What had once been a sanctuary Dantes world now felt like a labyrinth with dangers at every turn . She needed to get through whatever this was and then get away from this club , from this city , from him . The man who had been her sun and stars was now the black hole threatening to consume her . They had barely reached the main dance floor when Darcy executed her performance a sudden stumble followed by a dramatic collapse . Oh God ! she cried , clutching her ankle with perfectly manicured hands . Tears instantly appeared on command , careful not to disturb her makeup . Dante , its excruciating ! You need to take me to the ER right now . Dantes irritation was palpable , but Darcy grabbed his sleeve , her voice hitting that precisely The Wire Carried Your Fremy My Stepbrother 2 Chapter 6 calibrated note of feminine distress that men like Dante were conditioned to respond to Our families have been allies for generations , she reminded him with calculated vulnerability You wouldnt just abandon me like this , would you ? Dantes jaw clenched , but he finally relented . Turning to Rosalie , he said , Tll get her checked out Stay and enjoy yourself Ill be back as soon as possible . My drivers waiting outside when youre ready to leave . Rosalie nodded mutely , her unease growing stronger by the second . The moment Dante disappeared , she immediately moved to follow , but Jason and Tyler smoothly blocked her path . Wheres the rush ? Jason asked , his smile not reaching his eyes . Nights just getting started . Effectively surrounded , she had no choice but to return to her seat , the pulsing music from the dance floor now seeming ominous rather than energetic . The men kept her engaged in superficial conversation before abruptly standing . Just need to make a few calls , Tyler announced with suspicious casualness . Dont go anywhere . Rosalies heart raced . She needed to leave now . The moment they disappeared , she grabbed her purse and made a beeline for the exit . Before she could reach it , the door burst open . Instead of Dantes associates returning , three men shed never seen before entered . They were large . with hard eyes and prison tattoos creeping up their necks , scanning the room before locking onto her . Well , look at that , the tallest one drawled , flashing a predatory smile . Browns information was spot on . Dance girl all alone , just like promised . Rosalie backed away , fear crawling up her spine. Who are you ? What do you want ? Were just here to deliver a message , another replied , rolling his shoulders . Someone wants you to remember what happens when you reach above your station . They began moving toward her with practiced coordination . 13:00 The Ultimate Payback : When I Married Your Enemy , My Stepbrother Chapter 6 Rosalie grabbed a champagne bottle from a nearby table , holding it out defensively . Stay back ! Im warning you ! The men exchanged amused glances . Ooh , shes got spirit . Lets see how long that lasts . They lunged forward together . Rosalie swung the bottle hard , connecting with one mans shoulder , but another grabbed her wrist , twisting until pain shot up her arm and she dropped her makeshift weapon . The third man seized her other arm , and they forced her to the ground . Get off me ! Rosalie screamed , fighting with everything she had as they pinned her down . The leader pulled out a switchblade , the metal catching the club lights . Nothing too deep , he said , bringing the blade toward her face . Just enough to make sure you never dance professionally again . Boss was very specific about that . Terror washed through her in waves . Despite everything , despite knowing what Dante had done , had planned to do , his was the name that formed in her mind . Dante ! she screamed , some primal part of her still calling for the man who had been her protector for three years . DANTE , HELP ME ! Her cries disappeared into the music . As the knife inched closer to her cheek , one desperate thought flashed through her mind : Please dont let this be another of his plans . Please let him be better than this . Just as the cold metal touched her skin , the door exploded inward . Dante stood in the doorway , his expression transformed into something terrifying pure , unleashed fury . He moved with lethal precision , crossing the room in seconds and seizing the knife wielder by the throat . The man was airborne before he knew what happened , crashing into a table with bone breaking force . The other two attackers abandoned Rosalie to face this new threat , but they never stood a chance . Dante fought with cold , efficient violence . Each strike was calculated for maximum damage . In less than a minute , all three men lay groaning and broken on the floor . Dante stood among them , knuckles split and bleeding , his designer shirt ruined , chest heaving . But it The Ultimate Payback : When I Married Your Enemy , My Stepbrother 13:01 3.2 % Bosalle grabbed a champagne bottle from a nearby table , holding it out defensively . Stay back ! Im warning your The men changed amused glances , Ooh , shes got spirit . Lets see how long that lasts . They bunged forward together , Rosalie swung the bottle hard , connecting with one mans shoulder , In another grabbed her wrist , twisting until pain shot up her arm and she dropped her makeshift The third man seized her other arm , and they forced her to the ground . Get off me ! Rosalie screamed , fighting with everything she had as they pinned her down . The leader pulled out a switchblade , the metal catching the club lights . Sothing too deep , he said , bringing the blade toward her face . Just enough to make sure you never dance professionally again . Boss was very specific about that . Terror washed through her in waves . Despite everything , despite knowing what Dante had done , had planned to do , his was the name that formed in her mind . Dante ! she screamed , some primal part of her still calling for the man who had been her protector for three years . DANTE , HELP ME ! Her cries disappeared into the music . As the knife inched closer to her cheek , one desperate thought flashed through her mind : Please dont let this be another of his plans . Please let him be better than this . Just as the cold metal touched her skin , the door exploded inward . Dante stood in the doorway , his expression transformed into something terrifying pure , unleashed fury , He moved with lethal precision , crossing the room in seconds and seizing the knife wielder by the throat . The man was airborne before he knew what happened , crashing into a table with bone breaking force . The other two attackers abandoned Rosalie to face this new threat , but they never stood a chance . Dante fought with cold , efficient violence . Each strike was calculated for maximum damage . In less than a minute , all three men lay groaning and broken on the floor . Dante stood among them , knuckles split and bleeding , his designer shirt ruined , chest heaving . But it 13:01 The Ultimate Payback : When I Married Your Enemy , My Stepbrother 3.2 % Chapter 6 was his eyes that caught Rosalies attention wide with what kaked mistakably like granian terror as they fixed on her . Rosie , he gasped , rushing toward her . Relief flooded her system . He had come for her . Whatever else was true , whatever Mes had beess told , in this moment he had saved her . As the adrenaline drained from her body , darkness crept into the edges of her vision . The last thing she saw before consciousness fled was Dantes face , twisted with what looked like actual concern Thank God you came , she thought as the world went black . Title: ReelTalk EP 40 - Contract Lovers & Heartbreak CrushReel's ongoing romance series, Miss You After Goodbye, continues to captivate on the latest ReelTalk episode. Haley Lohrli dives into her daring new character, while Ben and Josh share insights into their own memorable roles, promising a blend of laughter and heartwarming moments. 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