Chapter 4

Ethan POV

Hayes Corporation headquarters, CEO's office.

I was signing documents, the pen scratching across paper with subtle sounds.

My personal assistant Emily carefully reported, "Sir, the bank just sent notification that Victoria's credit card was declined when paying medical fees."

My pen paused, my lips curving into a smile with no warmth.

"Freeze all accounts and supplementary cards under her name."

I didn't look up, my voice devoid of emotion. "Including the car I gave her access to. Remotely lock everything."

"Understood."

"Penniless," I closed the folder and tossed it aside on the desk, "I want to see what…