145. Her Savior

Todd's impatience grew and he tore off the fabric of her shoulder. Heidi kicked, but he saw her action coming, catching her leg.

She no longer pleaded with him to let her go, resorting to fighting to the last shred of the energy remaining in her.

Heidi gripped the rod and raised it high. The man was ready to block the rod’s attack, and she punched his eyes with the other hand, using the distraction to her advantage.

“Argh!” His groans sounded more like a scream.

Todd staggered and she pushed him away, darting for the door that led to the stairs.

He soon recovered from the pain and came after her, blocking her at the door's entrance.

“Do you know that the more you run, the more I want you?” He once again grabbed her, curling his fingers around her neck.

Heidi gasped for air, struggling to breathe properly.

“Now we're gonna do it the hard way.” His voice was low and dangerous. He grabbed her hair backward, tilting her head, leaning forward to seal her lips.

Heidi spat in his face.

“Shi