She was a 20-year-old heiress, manipulated by Henley with a doctored drink, and left vulnerable to a man over fifty who exploited her without restraint.

When Matilda awoke, Henley had crafted an alibi that not only cleared himself but also framed the older man, allowing him to seize the projects he had set eyes on.

Henley coldly informed Matilda that to be with him, she had to accept such “accidents” as part of their relationship. This violation wasn't a one-time event but the start of many.

Despite everything, Matilda's love for Henley led her to tolerate this ordeal, choosing not to pursue the matter. Yet, hearing the man she loved speak so callously pushed her to the brink of madness. Her treasured first experience was tarnished, and her fiancé brazenly told her to expect more such brutal encounters.

Matilda descended into complete insanity, her speech fragmented and nonsensical. Her parents, though they despised Henley deeply, couldn't bring themselves to harm him. Left with no other options, they admitted their daughter to a sanatorium for treatment.

Henley scoffed with disdain. “Do you think those secret service guys can actually take me down? Raegan, even if they lock me up now, I'll be out in twenty-four hours."

Raegan had no reason to doubt Henley's confidence. She and Mitchel had scrutinized the situation. The financial crimes Henley was implicated in were riddled with legal loopholes.

With a top-tier lawyer, escaping charges would be a piece of cake, and the hefty legal fees were trivial for Henley at this point.

After all, Henley had funneled substantial amounts through financial gaps during his tenure at the Dixon Group, then under Alexis’ control.

Now, even if the Dixon Group possessed incriminating evidence, they couldn't touch Henley since Alexis had assumed full responsibility for all associated crimes.

While Henley's reputation was tarnished at home, overseas he was celebrated as a distinguished young entrepreneur.

Meanwhile, Alexis languished in prison, still hoping Henley would come to his aid. It was a futile hope, as even if he decayed behind bars, that callous Henley would never come to rescue him.

Raegan, exasperated by Henley's arrogance, confronted him. “You mistreated a woman who truly loved you.”

Henley paused, picturing Matilda's innocent expression. Of all the women he had encountered, she was indeed the most sincere and selfless. If not for Raegan, he might have genuinely cared for her.

He gave a wry smile. "Raegan, I don't love her. I only love you."

Raegan recoiled, disgusted. "Just because you don't love her, you think you can trample over her feelings? Mr. Brooks, your values are truly unacceptable!" She pointed at the door and said firmly, "Please leave now, or I'll call security."

While she spoke, she discreetly searched the desk for her phone to call the police.

However, Henley saw her movements reflected in the mirror and smirked slightly. “Raegan, I didn't come here to hurt you. I just wanted to see you. There's no need to be so tense."

Unconvinced, Raegan pointed sternly at the door, her expression icy.

"Are you going to leave or not?"