I forced my trembling legs to move and walked toward him one unsteady step at a time.
The moment I came within reach, Elliot closed his hand around my wrist.
His skin held the unnatural chill of a vampire.
"You packed your things. Where were you planning to go?"
I kept my eyes lowered and answered in a whisper.
"I wouldn't dare."
"You wouldn't dare?"
He glanced at my packed suitcase and laughed softly.
"Your belongings are packed, and the blood servant bond is gone. Do you still expect me to believe you wouldn't dare leave?"
I couldn't force out a single word.
Megan lingered nearby, still convinced she had a chance. Ignoring the pain in her neck, she stepped forward again.
"Mr. Ashford, I sincerely want to serve you. Cressida wants to leave, so why force her to stay? I'll be mor
