Arabella's heart thundered beneath her ribs. His hands were like bands around her stomach, and his touch was scorching her.
She thrashed against him, even when she wanted to stay right there. He pressed a finger against her lips, shushing her, and she almost bit it off. He cursed softly and hissed closer to her ears, and she elbowed his stomach.
Kia wasn't pleased that Arabella was hurting their mate, but Arabella didn't care. She was angry. She felt like a caged lion, and her agitation only grew as her body reacted to his touch.
This was cruel. She was sure she would never see Alastair again. And that was why she was so confident in coming here. With him here... she was not so confident!
"So... you are Vincent's new toy, huh, Arah? Wow. Is this your truth?" He sounded bitter. His
