Madelyn said with guilt, "I'm sorry. I can't let the same thing happen again this time. I cannot continue to stay by your side."

She shook her head and continued, "We both know you never loved me, Zach. If this continues, we'll just keep tormenting each other."

The effect of the aphrodisiac was still strong, but Zach held onto his consciousness with sheer willpower. He warned her, "If you dare take another step forward, I'll destroy Ethan until nothing is left."

Zach was still trying to bluff her since he had not found Ethan's location. Though, Madelyn knew where he was.

She said again, "I'm sorry."

"Try and leave! With just one phone call, you won't be able to escape ever again," Zach threatened her.

Madelyn stared back at him. When she saw the phone on his bedside table, she did not hesitate to try to grab it from him. She could not let him make that call. If Zach had called for more backup, Madelyn would not have had another chance to run away. However, she did not know she wa