Alexander carries her to the threshold of his bedroom and stops. The king bed dominates the space. He sets her gently on the edge,then he steps back and simply looks at her.
Lily clutches the hem of the oversized T-shirt she’s been given. "I can send you back to your family tonight with debt erased and give you a new place Or you stay here. You work for me and live here. Don't worry your tuition fees will be paid and will be Protected. In return you belong to me and that means your time, your loyalty and when I want you, you submit. Don't worry about money.” Alexander explains to her.
The words hang heavy between them. Lily’s eyes widen. Her mouth opens but closes and a flush crawls up her throat. "I… I have never had a boyfriend. I have never… been with anyone. I don’t know you. You sav
