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Chapter 08

Author: Cassandra M
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-18 08:48:57
ADESSA.

“Take her.” The driver told Markus, the man beside me.

They both came out of the car, and I was pulled out. The driver lit a cigarette and rested his back against the car, which I was grateful for. I needed him outside.

Markus held my arm and led me behind the bushes. I kept brushing my arm against his body before I smiled at him when I finally faced him.

His eyes swirled with lust as he licked his lips. He was good-looking. A boy next door type that you wouldn’t even think he was a pervert.

“My hands…” I mumbled.

“I can break your neck if you try to run away.” He warned me.

I nodded. He untied me, and I rubbed my hands together, my eyes darting to his pockets. “Can you turn around?”

“Of course not. I’ll watch you…”

I playfully rolled my eyes at him, flashing a seductive smile — the one I would use if I wanted to be playful with Kael. My heart was thundering in my chest because I was playing with fire. But I had no choice. I needed to get out of here alive.

I had no idea
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Ren Spencer
Can we smack Kael in the head? Will that helps get his memories back? Lol
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I want more!!! This gives me a thrill!!
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Hi Cass, thank you for taking this plunge into a different direction.. this book is amazing and very very proud of your work. Love this book!
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