Desire...

Chapter 34

Victoria's POV

I watched as Marcus took Julian away from the room. I picked up the wine on the table and smashed it on the tiled floor. The glass shattered like my thoughts, spilling crimson liquid that mirrored my fury. I had been so close to getting what I wanted, yet it felt like the universe had conspired against me.

I should have locked the door. But what the hell was Jaxon doing that allowed Marcus to waltz in here? And how did Marcus know Julian was in this room? My mind raced, each question stoking the flames of my anger.

I picked up the empty glass cup on the table and hurled it against the wall, watching it explode into a thousand sparkling shards. I ran my hand through my hair, fingers tangling in the strands, almost pulling my scalp off in frustration.

The door creaked open, and Jaxon stepped inside, his head bowed, hands clasped tightly in front of him. His posture screamed guilt, but I didn’t care. I moved closer, fury fueling my actions, and slap