Chapter 9: Striking Back
Brenda’s POV
I didn't want to live in terror.
I had allowed Daniel to rule my life and direct my every action for far too long. However, this is no longer the case. He had attempted to quiet me and break me. He had even attempted my murder. However, he had failed.
It was my time now.
Tony watched me with that unreadable look as he leaned on his desk. The air in his darkly lit office smelled of leather and booze. He had been tense ever since my car was broken into, but today he had a different look in his eyes, one that was sinister and menacing.
He questioned, "Are you certain you want to do this?"
Steel in my voice, I looked him in the eye. "I have no other option."
Tony smiled. "There's always an option, my love."
I gave a headshake. "Not for me. Until I
