"Remember, you should not do things that make me bothered."Wolf brought his face close to Zoe's ear as he spoke. He wanted Zoe to truly hear him and imprint his words in her mind.Zoe nodded while pulling her head away due to the ticklish sensation."Who said you could move? I just reminded you about obedience!" Wolf hissed, pulling Zoe's waist closer until it hit his thighs.Wolf brushed away Zoe's hair that hung on his shoulder, gently massaging Zoe's nape. It wasn't an affectionate touch; Zoe didn't feel any love in that touch. It was the touch a wolf gives to its prey before devouring it. Not a soothing touch, just a threat."You're the one who made that agreement... You traded your status as a free human for power. I don't care how you use it, but it will be a problem if you use it to stalk."Zoe lowered her head with folded hands. Her body shivered, alert but cornered. She was indeed careless. She shouldn't have been greedy and approached Max without careful preparation."I'll
Zoe knew she was supposed to be experiencing an extraordinary part of life, but she couldn't enjoy it at all.She had been trembling almost non-stop since the plane she was on took off, even after landing again. Zoe missed her first experience on a private jet because she was too scared.The uncertainty about her fate made Zoe too anxious. The vivid memory of Wolf saying he wanted to make money from her lingered in her mind. Zoe knew she could only make money from one thing because she had no other skills that could generate income—except selling her body. Harsh, but that was the reality she acknowledged.Zoe doubted that Wolf would only sell her for stripping. He wouldn't have brought her this far just for that.Zoe began to consider whether the revenge she wanted to take was worth what she was about to do. She wanted revenge but never intended to stoop to prostitution.What she was about to do to Wolf might be almost similar, but Zoe did it knowing she would get more than money in r
"What's wrong with you? This is just a hospital. I'm not really going to sell your organs!" Wolf exclaimed, puzzled by her fear.[They'll catch me! I ran away with a huge debt! I don't want to be in the hospital!] Zoe typed anxiously.Even though they were in a different state now, a hospital was still a hospital to Zoe. She worried that the hospital she was in before might have connections with the one in front of them. She didn't want to be in that place."I just want you to meet someone. There is no need to register or do anything. Your name won't show up in the hospital system. There's no need to be afraid like this. Nothing will happen to you here."Wolf tried to reassure her while shaking his head. His patience was truly being tested, as was Zoe's. Her emotions were in turmoil, switching between fear, humiliation, relief, and then panic."Come down! Let's go in." Wolf, who had already stepped out and stood by the open door, bowed while waving his hand, urging Zoe to come down.B
Zoe looked down again and gripped Wolf's thigh, urging him to leave the doctor's office.Of course, Wolf didn't budge to fulfill Zoe's request. Instead, he held Zoe's cold hand. Zoe tried to pull her hand away, wanting to convey that she really wanted to leave.However, Wolf's grip was not only firm but also tender. He caressed Zoe's hand, rubbing the back of it and gently stroking the palm. Providing a more soothing touch, coaxing with a touch that was both comforting and persuasive.The ticklish and warm sensation made Zoe's heart race, not out of fear anymore. Zoe might have sighed, if not for the doctor, who was enthusiastically explaining, mentioning his name in full.Zoe pressed her lips tightly afterward, glancing at Wolf. Who, of course, had an impassive expression. Not even a blink when looking at Howard."I remember who you are. Zoe Anderson. I can't forget it. It's been a while, but I still remember because it's too unique. Wait!"Howard shifted to the computer in front of
Zoe quickly wiped away her tears and looked down again, but her movement had caught everyone's attention. She had been relatively still for quite some time.It wasn't just Wolf who noticed; Howard, too, seemed immediately concerned."Oh my! Wait! Don't be sad yet. This is not bad news. It's not something to be mourned."Howard hastily stood up to grab some tissues and hand them to Zoe. Wolf, taking them, handed a few sheets of tissue to Zoe. She regretted it as her tears became uncontrollable. Her emotions were a mix of many things."This is not bad news. I apologize; I should have been clearer." Howard smiled reassuringly.Wolf frowned. He didn't want to be rude, but he wanted to scold the doctor for causing unnecessary worry."Zoe can recover; it just can't be through a neurologist. I can't help anymore because Zoe's issue isn't with the nerves. According to the examination results I read, Zoe's injuries have healed perfectly." Howard explained it in a complete sentence."Does this
"Why am I here if you're not coming?" Wolf hissed. He would be annoyed if someone suddenly cancelled a promise like that, as time was precious.But he could understand why Clay had to cancel the plan all of a sudden. Clay had to cancel the plan all of a sudden because his wife had to go to the doctor or something."Sorry, I'll try to reschedule." Clay sounded regretful."No need. Just take care of your wife." Wolf had already reached his limit.Clay chuckled. "Why do you sound like a jealous wife? I suspect...""Keep your suspicions to yourself!" Wolf snapped, then ended the call.He knew Clay's tongue could be abnormal at times, but he didn't feel like dealing with that abnormality right now.Wolf put down his phone and resumed cutting the steak that was his dinner.[He didn't come?] Zoe handed over her phone as she asked. She had already finished eating, as she didn't have to take any calls from anyone.Wolf glanced at Zoe's message and nodded."If I knew, we should have just gone b
There is no need to ask so menacingly, actually, because Zoe has no intention of resisting. But of course, Zoe curses her obedience again. Naughty thoughts shouldn't have surfaced.But Wolf's low, teasing voice—not to mention his touch—only exacerbates the feelings that currently engulf Zoe.Wolf takes her to the center of the room, and Zoe is about to follow when Wolf sits on the sofa, but then he releases her hand. Zoe frowns, because that is certainly unusual."Are you disappointed? Come on, don't be too predictable." Wolf taunts, looking at the wrinkles on Zoe's forehead. That smug smile clearly annoys Zoe.Zoe finally raises her middle finger. It's very clear that Wolf has been teasing her since earlier. He didn't invite her here to sleep with him.[WHAT DO YOU WANT?!!!!!]Zoe adds as many exclamation marks as possible to show her anger. Wolf just smiles, then pours the brandy that has been prepared according to his order."Sing for me..." Wolf raises his glass, stating his reque
Zoe blinked several times, wanting to see if the figure currently sleeping beside her would yawn and vanish into thin air, becoming a part of her dreams. But Wolf was still there, sleeping soundly with heavy breaths. His arm wrapped around Zoe's waist, preventing her from moving away.This was unusual because Wolf usually never stayed until he fell asleep beside her. Even if he did stay until he slept, Zoe wouldn't know, as she often fell asleep quickly, and by the time she woke up, Wolf was already awake. Whether he had showered or had already gone to work, Zoe couldn't remember.Normally, Wolf rarely sleeps at home. So, apart from the days they "did it," they never slept together in the same bed. Zoe didn't know where Wolf slept on other days, and she didn't care too much. But now, she was wondering if Wolf was with another woman when he wasn't with her."Damn it!" Zoe cursed inwardly. She didn't want to know and didn't need to know.As long as he used a condom when sleeping with he