Chapter 42. A Promise

Evelyn

“This is our last hope,” he whispered, his voice tinged with a mixture of hope and anxiety, “We have a witness who can testify against those women accusing me of harassment in the office. All those fake texts and edited videos spreading through the media, it could all come to an end if this plan succeeds.”

“Everything’s going to be fine,” I reassured him, reaching out to gently squeeze his hand. “Let’s hope for the best.”

“If things go as planned, I’ll get my company back, and even if I can’t prove Tyler’s behind it all, just getting back on the field will be a victory for now,” he sighed, standing up and slipping on his shirt.

I covered my naked body with the duvet, pressing my back against the headboard as I took a deep breath. I was nervous. I desperately hoped everything would return to normal. Seeing Jacob weighed down by this constant gloom—it tore me fucking apart. I was ready to face any struggle with him, but I knew Jacob wasn’t prepare