A Vow of Deception, A Vow of Revenge novel Chapter 36

In the hushed corridor of the hospital, Simone was giving Celia an earful.

"How can you still be so reckless? If something had happened to her at home, even your brother wouldn't have been able to cover for you!"

Celia bristled, defiant. "I just can't stand the way she acts like she's above everyone else. You and Ty both tried talking her down, and she still stormed out, putting on a show. As if she'd really leave Ty—I don't buy it for a second."

"That just means you've all pushed her too far lately," Simone said, poking Celia's forehead for emphasis. "You drove her right up the wall."

Still, deep down, Simone didn't really believe Winona would leave Tyson for good. Winona loved him too much. She'd poured her heart into Tyson and into Goodwin Enterprises—there was no way she'd just walk away. At least, not for real. This was just a warning shot.

Simone glanced through the glass into the hospital room, where Winona lay in bed, Tyson sitting vigil at her side. Once Tyson had soothed her ruffled feathers, Simone figured, things would go back to normal.

Inside, Tyson watched Winona, who was half-reclined on the hospital bed. He reached out, wanting to take her hand, but she drew away.

"Does it still hurt?" he asked, worry etched into his face. "Nona, I'm so sorry. I should have stopped you back there. Thank God the doctor said it's just a mild concussion, but they want you under observation for a few days…"

"You can leave now," Winona said curtly.

"I can't do that. I want to stay and take care of you."

She let out a cold laugh. "Tyson, if you're just here to atone for Celia, don't bother. I don't need it."

A flicker of embarrassment crossed his face—she'd seen right through him.

"Celia just lost her temper. She didn't mean to hurt you."

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