The Vanishing Hour by Damian Crosswell 9 Summary Hannah anxiously confronts the Weston brothers-Liam, Noah, and Caleb-demanding to know where they have been and if Chloe has returned. She tries to excuse Chloe's silence by blaming her moodiness on illness, but the brothers react with anger and suspicion. Liam aggressively questions Hannah about Chloe's condition, and she reveals that a friend told her Chloe has a brain tumor. The brothers silently communicate and decide to add another seat to their flight, planning to visit Chloe overseas where she had surgery.

Caleb offers Hannah to join them, and she eagerly agrees, masking her true intentions with fake concern. When they arrive, Chloe is surprised to see the brothers so soon, now accompanied by a pale, fragile woman-Hannah. Hannah confronts Chloe emotionally, accusing her of running away and causing the brothers worry. Chloe feels uncomfortable with Hannah's closeness and tries to push her away, but Hannah taunts her, saying the more she resists, the more the brothers will suffer. In a moment of defiance, Chloe shoves Hannah forcefully, causing her to fall and bleed.

This act brings Chloe a twisted sense of satisfaction, and she smiles, which alarms the brothers. The brothers quickly surround Chloe, hopeful that she remembers something important. Chloe confirms she recalls their past cruelty and how they all yelled at her over Hannah. Their faces turn pale with guilt. Caleb steps forward, admitting their mistakes and explaining they only acted out of love and wanting Chloe to choose among them. He asks for a fresh start and forgiveness. Despite their pleas, Chloe feels bitter and ironic about their words.

Chloe then raises her hand, signaling a bodyguard to hand Caleb a thick stack of papers-the report she had commissioned after encountering the brothers again. The documents detail all the wrongdoings the brothers and Hannah have committed against her. As Caleb reads, his face drains of color and contorts with shock and anger. In a sudden outburst, he slaps Hannah hard across the face, revealing the deep impact of the revelations on him. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below Chapter 9 Hannah rushed over to them and asked anxiously , " Liam , Noah , Caleb , where have you been ?

" " I've been so worried about you . Did Chloe come back ? Where is she ? " " I know she's mad that you're good to me , but just running off without saying a word is really childish . Don't be angry with her . " This time , instead of showing their usual annoyance with her , the brothers actually looked angry themselves . Hannah's composure slipped , and she quickly pasted on a fawning smile . " But Chloe is sick , so it kind of makes sense that she's moody . " Liam's face changed . He suddenly grabbed her by the collar . " How do you know Chloe is sick ? What did you do to her ?

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