Suddenly, the entire hideout shook to its core. I froze, waiting for what would happen next, and it didn’t take long. A group of men appeared from the bright spot of light coming from the elevator at the end of the tunnel. Instinctively, I backed away and then turned, running as fast as I could. I didn’t wait to be captured again, convinced the pirate reinforcements would seek vengeance for Laor’s death. I hadn’t even taken thirty steps when strong arms grabbed me, rendering me completely motionless. After a few seconds of struggling, I realized that the man wasn’t causing me any pain. His grip was firm but gentle. He simply stood there, waiting for me to calm down, and... oh no, was he burying his nose in my hair and smelling it? Another pervert! Twisting around, which he allowed me to d

