LOGINClara James"Don't you have a fear of dogs?"Adrian hummed in satisfaction before starting the car. The entire neighborhood seemed to shake under the roar of the black Ferrari's engine as it cut through the streets."I got over that because of your dog."His voice came out low and deep while he drove steadily, his long fingers lightly tapping the steering wheel. I watched him for a moment before answering, studying the sharp line of his jaw and his dark eyes reflecting the lights of the road.I relaxed against the leather seat, breathing slowly as I tried to ignore his effect on me.He let out a quiet sarcastic hum."So you overcame one of your fears because of me... and I'll make you overcome all of them."Damn his tone. Every time he spoke, I felt as if something hot melted inside my stomach.I wet my lips before lifting my chin with fake confidence."Let's be more accurate... because of Bam, not because of you. At least Bam was nice to me, unlike you."A sarcastic laugh escaped him
Clara JamesI sprayed the last touch of perfume on my neck as my finishing touch, then lifted my gaze to the mirror.My cheeks... were still red from the detective's earlier touches.Oh God.I was wearing the dress Adrian had brought for me. White, with soft green flowers and leaves scattered across the fabric. It reached slightly below my knees and made me look more innocent than I actually was.I placed the lip balm inside my small bag before closing it.I had packed some clothes as Adrian asked me to... and I won't deny that my mind literally flew to Mars after his last words, but my curiosity was killing me more than my nervousness.I grabbed my bag and checked my appearance one last time before taking several deep breaths, waving my hand in front of my face as I tried to calm my blush."Calm down... it's not like he's going to sleep with you."I whispered to myself, lightly slapping my cheeks.I put on a black coat, turned around, and finally left my room."Adrian, please take me
Clara JamesI woke up at ten in the morning, sleep still clinging to my eyes as if I hadn't slept for days. A whole week had passed since that night... a week of completely avoiding my father. No talking. No looks. Not even sitting in the same place.I was relaxing in the warm bathtub, watching the steam rise around me absentmindedly while memories of what I did with Adrian attacked me without mercy.I remembered everything.Every word... every kiss... every crazy thing I did while drunk.I pretended to have forgotten all week because I was so embarrassed.As for him...He stayed by my side the whole time, taking care of me as if I were something precious he was afraid of breaking. Even that hag Emilia didn't dare say a single word while he was around.My father took my phone away, so I couldn't contact Natalie or Ethan all week. Natalie tried to come more than once, but he stopped her every time.My old maid told me that two girls had been killed inside that club... and of course, th
Clara James"Are you drinking alcohol, damn it?!"My father shouted with such anger that my whole body jolted.I froze in place.I couldn't say a word from how terrified I was. I just squeezed my trembling fingers together while my breath broke inside my chest.He came closer until his face was very close to mine, and his expression twisted further when his suspicions were confirmed."You're a child... How could you drink alcohol? Have you lost your mind?"I was going to cry again...I looked at him fearfully, but nothing in his expression changed.His anger only grew."Dad... I... didn't..."Even lying failed me.I couldn't form a single coherent sentence.He grabbed my shoulders roughly, making my body shake."I what?! Why are you acting like this? Why do you make me show you my other side? Why do you bring humiliation on yourself?!"He shook my body with every word he shouted, his voice echoing through the living room in a terrifying way.My eyes filled with tears instantly."Didn'
Clara James"Get in."Adrian ordered me in a domineering tone that made my femininity sink even deeper.When I remained standing for too long, he grabbed my wrist and placed his other hand above my head, then lowered my body slightly so I could get into the car easily.I sat in the front seat.It was unbelievably comfortable.He leaned over and fastened my seatbelt for me, a faint smile forming on his lips that threw my heart into chaos.As soon as he was done, he closed the door behind me and walked to the driver's seat.He buckled his seatbelt and drove off.I leaned back against the seat, my eyes never leaving his aura.One tattooed hand rested beside him, while the other held the steering wheel with an attractive steadiness.His eyes were on the road... but all his attention was on me.And I didn't stop talking excitedly about Gojo, about how much I loved him, and I think I even told him the entire anime story too.Adrian listened to me with strange attentiveness.Was it because h
Clara James"You will never touch me again."I shouted at Adrian with confidence, even though tears were still streaming down my face.Adrian walked toward me with calm steps, then took off his black coat and draped it over my shoulders. I immediately yanked it off and threw it to the floor."I don't need your filthy coat."I muttered, biting my lip hard as I tried to stop myself from crying.I cry easily... just like my mother.He completely ignored my words. Bending down, he picked up the coat and wrapped it around me again, this time so tightly that it nearly stole my breath."And I don't need your opinion."I tried to take it off again, but he tightened his hold on me. A gasp escaped my lips when he suddenly lifted me and tossed me over his shoulder as if I weighed nothing."Put me down right now!"I shouted angrily, pounding my fists against his back, but he smacked my backside hard enough to sting."Be quiet."I touched my backside in shock and whined in pain.That actually hurt
Clara James POVI laughed softly and chatted with Lucas for a bit, ignoring the gaze of the beast who was killing me with his eyes. I excused myself and headed to my room. I stripped off my clothes quickly until I was naked and collapsed onto my stomach in exhaustion.My body was completely broken.
Clara James POV“I want both of these.”My attention shifted to the girl. I put my finger on my chin, thinking. I looked at the shelf in front of me—there were headbands with all kinds of shapes: bunny ears, bear ears, and more. My eyes landed on two headbands shaped like cat ears and mouse ears.T
Clara James POV“I missed the taste of your lips.”He murmured while sucking my lower lip. I closed my eyes and wrapped my arms around his neck, enjoying the kiss.One hand crushed my waist, the other held my neck, pulling me closer. The kiss turned wild and hungry. He did not stop at sucking my li
Clara James POVIt has been the fourth week since I started living with Mr. Cole. I got badly attached to having him beside me, to sleeping in his arms. Way too badly. A lot happened during these four days. Another crime occurred, just like the crazy man who challenged Adrian said. I stayed in touc







