Goodbye, My Love

Loraine drew in a steadying breath.

“You’re after money, right? How much did they promise you? I can double it. Five million dollars, perhaps?”

Her words gave the men pause. They slowed, exchanging looks of surprise.

The blond man studied Loraine carefully.

A N G E L A ‘s L I B R A R Y

Observing Loraine’s composed demeanor, a stark contrast to the desperate pleas he was accustomed to, he suspected she was no ordinary woman. Despite her precarious situation, she demonstrated an unexpected knack for negotiation.

beneath Loraine’s calm facade, he noticed her trembling fingers. Despite

undeniable, tempting to anyone

on his cunning. If this woman had influential connections, their unveiled presence tonight

not enjoy themselves while

for fools, darling? Hard cash is the only guarantee. If we let you go, you’ll just get the cops on us.” His laughter was short-lived. “Forget her offer! Even a stint in jail would

futile, Loraine attempted to break through

swift, barring her way

training,

the moment, the blond man grabbed her, a gruesome grin on his face, as

to watch, Loraine shut her eyes

yelp snapped

by his throat, throwing him aside as if