I closed my eyes for a moment. In that instant, I realized just how foolish and naive my returned sister truly was.
Willa still didn't understand. Sterling had never wanted a docile, obedient wife. What he needed was someone who had been trapped by him for years, someone who knew every quirk of his temper, every boundary he had, every dark corner of his mind. He wasn't holding on to me because he valued me. He simply couldn't tolerate anyone leaving him.
As expected, Sterling finally turned his attention to Willa. He studied her slowly. "Oh? And what can you do?"
Willa brightened with hope. She lowered her gaze shyly. "Anything you want. I'll learn what I don't know. I'll do whatever you say, Sterling."
Sterling nodded thoughtfully. "Are you good in bed?"
Willa froze. "What?"
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