Sammi’s POV My body trembles uncontrollably, a cocktail of nerves and anticipation surging through me, making every breath feel shallow and tight. The smile he gives me is enough to twist my stomach into knots. It’s that kind of smile—dangerous, knowing, and so assured of what’s coming next. It sends a ripple of fear and excitement straight through me, as if he’s already planned my unraveling and is savoring every second leading up to it. “Look forward, Angel,” his voice comes out as a command, low and firm, leaving no room for disobedience. My eyes dart up to meet his instinctively, but the power in his words makes me drop them quickly. He doesn’t need to say it twice. My gaze falls obediently to his chest, not daring to wander, but my heart is pounding so loudly it feels like the sound

