Mag-log inHe married me with a signature. He claimed me with a look. And he ruined me with a single touch. Christian Reed doesn’t whisper sweet nothings. He fucks hard. He gives orders. He takes what he wants. And what he wants… is me. Now, I’m wearing his ring. Obeying his rules. Moaning his name in the dark. But the contract didn’t say anything about falling for the man who owns me— Or what happens when he finds out I’ve been keeping secrets.
view moreELIZABETH POV I walked into my dad’s house, my head high, ready to play this game. He’d called me to talk about the trial, and I’d agreed to come, keeping my secrets tight—Dad had no clue I’d moved back in with. And that’s why I didn’t pick Hope up from my grandmother’s place, he might notice. He’s not finding out shit. The place was a wreck, worse every time I saw it. Peeling paint hung like dead skin, the floor groaned under my boots, and the air smelled like mold and bad choices. Christian really fucked him up. I bit back a smirk, knowing Dad couldn’t afford to fix this dump, let alone get a new one. “Elizabeth, good to see you,” my father said, stepping into view, his voice dripping with fake warmth. He plopped onto the sagging couch, his eyes scanning me like he was looking for a crack to pry open. Good to see me? My ass. I flashed a tight, fake smile, my stomach steady, my guard ironclad. “Hey, Dad,” I said, dropping into a creaky chair, my hands loose on my lap,
ELIZABETH POV “You’re pregnant,” he said, his voice flat, like he couldn’t believe it. “You’re pregnant,” he repeated, slower, his eyes locked on mine. “Yeah, that’s what I said,” I mumbled, my fingers twisting in my lap. God, he’s making me so nervous. My heart raced, his stare burning through me. Suddenly, his hands reached out, strong and quick. One second I was in the passenger seat, the next I was on his lap, straddling him, my legs pressed against his thighs. The car felt too small, his body too close, his heat making my skin tingle. “You’re pregnant, and you fucking left!” he said, his brows furrowed, his voice rough with anger and something softer—worry. “What were you thinking, Red?” “I found out today,” I said, playing with my hands, avoiding his intense eyes. “And I wouldn’t have left if you’d just opened up to me.” My voice shook, my chest tight with all the hurt and love tangled up inside. He pressed his forehead against mine, his breath heavy, inhaling h
ELIZABETH POV Christian’s words hit like a bomb. I sat in his car, my hands shaking, my chest so tight I could barely breathe. His eyes were dark, heavy, watching me as I tried to process what he’d just said about his mom, my dad, the abuse. Then he kept going, his voice low, rough. “My father. Your father, Harper. Peter. Adrian’s father. And Morgan, who’s dead now.” My head spun, my breath stuck in my throat. All those men? The names piled up, each one heavier than the last. my father being part of this sick mess. Peter. Adrian’s dad. Morgan. It was too much, like trying to swallow broken glass. I gripped my knees, my nails digging in, my mind racing to keep up. What is this? “Did you kill Morgan?” I blurted, my voice shaky. “Like… Adrian’s father?” The question slipped out before I could stop it, my heart pounding. Christian scoffed, his lips twisting, his hands tight on the steering wheel. “I didn’t kill Morgan,” he said, his voice sharp, bitter. “My dad did. Morgan t
BELLA POV I sat on the couch, my hands shaky, trying to wrap my head around everything. Tessa stood by the door, still rattled from Christian being outside. I forced a grin, needing to lighten the mood. “So, Tess, you and Alex? You didn’t tell me. Come on, what happened? Give me the tea.” Tessa’s face went pink, her eyes darting away. She fidgeted, picking at her sleeve like she’d been caught. “Ugh, Liz, it’s not a thing,” she mumbled, her voice low, embarrassed. “Not a thing?” I said, leaning forward, smirking. “Christian spilled it, and you’re acting all shy? Since when do you hide stuff from me? Talk, now.” She groaned, dropping onto the couch, her hands covering her face. “Okay, fine,” she said, her voice muffled. “It was at Euphoria. I was super drunk, like, messy drunk. Ran into Alex, and I just… told him I like him. One thing led to another, and we hooked up in a VIP lounge.” Her face was red now, her eyes stuck on the floor. “I’m so embarrassed, Liz. I’ve been av












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