Kai questioned, "Did you call me here to keep her safe?"

Zach replied tersely, "Keep Yvonne's survival a secret from Madelyn. I fear Madelyn might impulsively try to go after Ethan."

Kai, setting down the tablet, scoffed, "Afraid of Yvonne now? Worried she'll harm Madelyn?"

Kai pressed on before Zach could counter. "A wounded woman is dangerous, Zach. This is your mess. Madelyn shouldn't be dragged into it. And remember, Cecilia is a far greater threat than Yvonne. You can't control Cecilia like you did Yvonne. She's the real danger here."

In Kai's mind, Cecilia's ambitions were alarmingly formidable, posing a severe risk to a vulnerable Zach.

Kai was still haunted by the memory of Alicia's sacrifice for Madelyn. He had made an unbreakable vow to protect Madelyn at all costs, and it was a promise he was determined to fulfill.

After Zach departed for work, Kai went to check on Madelyn in her room. Once Margaret had brought her water and medicine, leaving them alone, Madelyn querie