SERENA
“Why did you get me this ring? It’s not like anyone will see it.”
“I will see it,” he snaps. Then he continues in a slightly softer tone. “Besides, you won’t be locked in the bedroom forever. Just until I can be sure you won’t disobey me. How long that will take is purely up to you.”
“Of course …”
We eat the rest of the meal in silence. When I can’t take another bite, I place the fork next to my plate and lean back in my chair. My stomach is full, and I don’t think I could take another bite if I tried.
“Dessert?”
“No, I’m full.” The words have barely left my lips before Dante gets up from his chair. Grabbing me by my upper arm, he pulls me to my feet and starts guiding me out of the dining room.
Immediately, I’m alarmed. Why is he so eager to get me back to the bedroom? I tho
