Her Hidden Crowns (Suzanne and Austin)

Her Hidden Crowns Ch 145

Chapter 145

Todd clutched his throbbing head, cursing, "Who the fuck are you? I swear, I'll kill you!

It was just one woman. It was just Suzanne. Why the hell was this turning into such a shitshow!

He barely got to his feet before another brutal punch from Austin sent him crashing right back down.

Todd howled in pain

Austin was ready to hit him again, but before he could, a soft whimper came from the bed.

Suzanne was curled up and

trembling uncontrollably. Her body was still bound, so she was unable to move,

Austin's chest burned with tury. He kicked Todd hard in the ribs, sending him rolling across the floor. He then turned and strode toward her. His voice was low and filled with guilt. "I'm sorry. I got here too late."

the ropes binding het. Angry red marks covered

inside him. Even Todd, as scummy

flinched at the sheer bloodlust radiating from

his jacket and wrapped it around her before

weak, Suzanne felt the warmth of his embrace while the familiar scent surrounded her. The moment she recognized it, her defenses crumbled. Unconsciously, she murmured in a soft

but his rage burned hotter. He jabbed a shaking finger at Austin,

Gabriel rushed

already dealt with the guards outside. His eyes scanned the room, taking

of all, Suzanne

usually calm expression turned

bastard, Todd, actually thought he could

deep, unshakable fury Dickered in

"it's time to teach you a

by alcohol and indulgence, was no match for him. After all, befo "Stop! Stop! Do

screams echoing through the room had already drawn a crowd. People were

finally managed to catch her breath. She scrambled to her feet and rushed inside, but the moment she saw Todd covered in blood, her whole body froze. She stumbled back two steps and pressed herse Meanwhile, Austin had already carried Suzanne to the door, but he suddenly stopped. His gaze, sharp as a blade, fell

flickered in his eyes as