Chapter 23

As Sylvia felt herself being dragged backward by Julian, her consciousness blurring, she clenched her fists until her fingernails bit into her palms, the pain snapping her back to reality. She had to save herself!

Sylvia grabbed the door handle to stabilize herself, her eyes darting around, seeking something, anything, that could be her salvation.

The crystal ornament on the dashboard seemed like her chance. But every time she stretched for it, it was just beyond her reach.

Gritting her teeth against Julian's force, she inched her fingertips closer to the crystal.

The moment she wrenched it from its non-slip mat, she hurled it backward with all her might. With a thud, Julian grunted and released Sylvia. Seizing the moment, she hit the door unlock button and tumbled out of the car.

The autumn night was crisp, the moonlight bright, the wind, sharp as a knife, cutting into Sylvia ruthlessly as she struggled to her feet and ran.

She hadn't made it far when the hand from behind closed around her neck. She bit back a cry of defiance, but he slammed her head against the car door.

her into the back seat. Standing at the door, Julian caught his breath, carelessly wiping the

it weren't for your looks, I wouldn't waste my time. Dinner and a movie mean it's understood what comes next! Trying to

high heels and slowly caressing up. Sylvia's skin crawled as if snakes slithered over her, making her feel coldly nauseous. She kicked

thighs, pressing down on her as

deeply, savoring the scent and softness of her

skin blushing from the

driven to madness at the sight of

mom practically delivered you to my doorstep. Edwin wants to do business with my family, and there you were, bundled with the deal. Play nice, and it could work out for your family. Or else, don't make me do something you regret. Plus, you should be aware what your family amounts to

apart, caressing her face

desire as he leaned

dizzy haze, Sylvia's gaze fell

small and square-shaped, merely able

her skirt, Sylvia's eyes flashed with fierce. She

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