ACIR HILLS
I forcefully closed my eyes.
The knock on the door was replaced by a rattle of the knob. Someone was trying to open the door, and I was praying to all the gods that they’d be successful, so I could be free from this hell.
Wesley’s hand on my neck gripped tighter, making it harder for me to breathe. His strength was palpable, and my vision blurred.
I can almost see stars.
A loud bang erupted in my ears. Trying to open my eyes slowly, I caught a glimpse of Zaijian. A shock and angry look etched on his handsome face. He closed the door with a yank, then paced towards us without any hesitation.
Zaijian wrenched Wesley off of me and pushed him to the wall, colliding with a thud. Once Wesley’s hands were off my neck, I began coughing vehemently. I balanced myself as I tried to c
