EIRA’S POV
“You thought I was going to let you go that easily?”
His words sent a shiver down my spine. I jumped out of bed and took a stance like a prey being cornered by their predator.
“How the f**k did you get the lock to my door?” I hissed, anger replacing the fear that was running through me.
Ares shrugged, a smug look etched on his face. “I have my ways little pet. Perks of dating that princess.”
He took a step closer, and I took a step back. The door slammed shut and I felt trapped. My heart hammered against my ribs and my pulse quickened. My fingers curled into my palm, nails biting into my skin, but I barely registered the pain.
“You are one lucky girl,” he said, his voice as smooth as silk. “You are very lucky.”
I swallowed hard, my throat tightening as if I had been scre
