Chapter 609

Annoyed by his tone, Hazel averted her eyes.

"How long have you known him?" he probed.

"He was …" Hazel felt an intense embarrassment under his scrutinizing gaze, leaving her unable to speak.

"Was what?" Gideon persisted, determined to hear her response.

"He was my first love."

The moment Hazel uttered the words 'first love,' the tension radiating from Gideon instantly eased. However, anger and je