The dim glow of the bedside lamp cast shadows on the walls, revealing a luxurious but ominous atmosphere . Maria lay tangled in the silk sheets , her raven hair was spilling over the pillow . Anthony's sharp features softened momentarily as he watched her lay with closed eyes .
It was afternoon but felt like one of the past nights where he couldn't get enough of her - his infatuation was turning into obsession .
His imposing figure moved gracefully through the room , clad only in the remnants of their previous encounter . The tailored suit he had discarded right after entering her room now hung loosely from his fingertips . In the quiet tension , he spoke with an air of command , "I have business to attend ..." his words stopping mid - sentence , no longer sure of what he intended to mea
