Chapter 8-Harper

It took me some time to finally push him away, as I was overwhelmed with fear and uncertainty. I had always been told that the fear of the unknown is the most daunting, and that’s exactly what I was experiencing, i was terrified of what I might uncover, what truths might come to light.

As I stepped back, his gaze filled with desire made me feel a deep sense of shame for the first time.

“You…you…” I stuttered, my eyes widening in shock at the situation unfolding before me.

“I will wait… Eve, even if it takes years to have you by my side,” he murmured before turning to leave. I stood there, struggling to catch my breath, my heart racing as confusion and fear clouded my mind.

I realized I had to escape; I needed to get away from this place to avoid being trapped by Dominic . I understood all too well that he wouldn’t let me go easily, regardless of what I did or how hard I tried.

I quietly slipped out of the room, and as I wandered through the halls, his words replayed in my