Love beyond the mask ( Whitney )
Chapter 810

Whitney's voice was ice-cold, "I used to think you helped me a lot, but now I see all your so-called help was just you setting traps!

Truly caring for someone doesn't involve deceit and manipulation. You don't even deserve to speak of love. It was you who hastened my divorce, wasn't it? The scandal three years back and even a year ago, you plotted against Danny and Sammy! I won't waste my words on you now. Tell me, did you have anything to do with Tiana's disappearance?

Even Audrey's death, that was you, wasn't it? Silencing her because she knew your dark secrets, knew about what you did to Tiana, right?"

Bryce's face registered surprise, "When did you start suspecting I had anything to do with Tiana's disappearance?"

"The day Audrey died! She managed to send a half-typed message."

A cold light flashed through Bryce's eyes, "I took care of Audrey's case immediately, seems like I missed some crucial info. Too bad, even with your suspicions, you have no evidence. Dead people don't talk." He actually admitted, without a care, that he was behind Audrey's death.

A chill ran down Whitney's spine. She had only been bluffing, but now, her eyes grew colder, "So, Audrey did know about what you did to Tiana? Bryce, what have you done to her? Where is she now?"

"Where she's at?" Bryce scoffed, his gaze deep and icy, "Well, she's in heaven, of course."

Whitney went pale, her heart skipping a beat in disbelief at what she'd heard.

Tiana... was she dead?

Overwhelmed with grief, she hadn't come back to her senses when he suddenly advanced on her, grabbing her by the throat. His usually gentle face twisted into a sinister smile, "I didn't expect you'd uncover so much, Whitney. Good thing I made my move tonight." His gaze then dropped to her hand.

"Made your move?" Whitney's lips trembled as she looked down at the USB drive in her palm.

Only then did she notice the strange scent coming from it.

She looked back at the desk and the mouse she had touched earlier. There was something on those items...

Bryce let out a knowing, wicked laugh, "Sprinkled a little something. How could I not be prepared dealing with someone as clever as you?"

"What did you sprinkle?!"

"Something to make you weak, so you'll be compliant tonight," Bryce said, his large hand reaching for her again as he attempted to wrap his arms around her waist, "I do like you, Whitney. I've spent years by your side, why would I give up so easily? Not having you would be my life's biggest regret!

Besides, after seeing how Ludwik had his way with you, I know I can make you even happier..."

Whap!

Whitney couldn't listen anymore, breaking free from his grip, she slapped his twisted face hard, "Disgusting!"

"Me, disgusting?" Bryce laughed viciously, unfazed, his eyes gleaming with malice, "And sleeping with Ludwik wasn't? Go ahead, hit me. The harder you fight now, the worse I'll make it for you later."

With that, Bryce lunged at her.

"Don't you dare touch me."

Whitney's face was a mask of terror as she dashed for the door.

Bryce grabbed her hair in one swift motion.

Having learned some self-defense abroad, she turned and delivered a solid kick to Bryce.

"I knew you had some moves." Bryce licked his lips, leisurely unbuttoning his shirt to reveal a physique she'd never seen before.

So, the weak demeanor was all an act!

She struggled fiercely.

But soon, the powder on her hands made her weak.

Sweat covered her forehead, her pupils dilated, the room around her blurring.

Bryce was strong, easily overpowering her, and in moments, he had carried her to his bedroom and thrown her onto his bed!

"Bryce, let me go!"

"How could I? Tonight's the night you conceive my child," Bryce said with a cold, sinister laugh.

He tied her hands with a rope, propping himself above her as he removed his shirt.

That's when Whitney noticed, to her horror, that there were at least three tripods surrounding the bed, each with a phone mounted on it, recording from every angle.

Her eyes widened in shock.

Though she knew Bryce was a pervert, having seen how he treated his female secretary, she never imagined he'd go this far with her!

"What are you doing?" Whitney's voice was filled with panic, her violent struggles causing her lips to bleed in an attempt to stay conscious.

She regretted coming alone to investigate his dealings...

Thinking she had everything planned out, she didn't anticipate Bryce's early discovery.

Now, her only hope was that Ryder would realize she hadn't been in touch and would come with Shane to save her.

As for Ludwik, she had kept this from him; he wouldn't be coming...

As Whitney's heart raced with fear, Bryce leaned in, his touch and breath making her sick, "I'm going to take good care of you. Did you know Ludwik sent me a video from your honeymoon? You were so loud, claiming it wasn't consensual. My life's been smooth, but you've been my only humiliation. Ludwik enjoys humiliating me, right? I'll send him a full view too, soon." His looming presence and touch made her want to throw up.

Whitney's eyes widened in terror, realizing she couldn't confront him head-on. Her mind raced as she shook her head, pleading, "You said you loved me, Bryce, you can't force me like this."

"I did love you, but then I realized you're nothing but trash, not worth it."

"I'm not worth it? Did you ever truly love me?" Whitney tried to stall for time, "Your 'love' was filled with so many schemes. Thinking about it now, did you find out I was a Sheldon and that's why you never let go?"

"That was part of it," Bryce admitted bitterly, "When I first came to Emperor City, aiming to meet your father, Ludwik humiliated me at the Sheldon Mansion, and you were in his arms. I swore then, even though I've now got him under my foot, as for you, it's just the start. I'll play with you as I please.

Don't think today is the end. No... My torture and revenge on you have just begun."

Bryce sneered, lunging towards Whitney with a menacing gesture towards the camera. "Play along, or I'll have to use some...tools. Imagine the video leaking. How would you face anyone? Don't forget about your two sons and your father. How would they bear your disgrace?"

Whitney shivered but then threw caution to the wind. "Bryce, if you dare record me, I'll leak your little office romance with your secretary first.

I was kidnapped by Ludwik, my wedding ruined, and my reputation already in tatters.

I've got nothing left to lose. Even if it means going down with you today, I don't care!

But what about you?

Just climbing the ranks in Emperor City, establishing yourself among the elite entrepreneurs of Harmonia Country. Weren't you always so keen on maintaining your image, crafting this gentle and scholarly persona? Are you not afraid that your image will be shattered once everyone sees what a pervert the esteemed Mr. Lutz really is?"

Bryce's fury erupted, and he struck her hard across the face. "You wretch, you actually recorded video in my office?"

Whitney, blood trickling from the corner of her mouth, laughed through the pain. "If you can spy on me at home, why can't I keep an eye on you? Go ahead, hit me. With domestic violence and marital coercion, I'll make sure you rot in jail, as vengeance for Tiana!" The thought of Tiana's death turned Whitney's eyes blood red with rage.