Chapter 16

Vivian

Past

I'm enjoying the evening in the company of two best friends and hoping Hayden won't come down to join us. I find it tiresome how Tiffany deems it appropriate to touch my husband.

I might not love Hayden—he is a monster, but I can still ride him if I ignore the circumstances. Because as fucked up as it is, my once hideous husband has turned into a snack.

Hayden is hot.

And he is also my slave.

Jessica cuts into her fish before whispering. "I'm glad you had an abortion to get rid of the monster daughter in your womb, but don't tell Hayden the truth—he needs to be guilt-ridden to stay by your side, and girl, in this crazy world, you need him."

I laugh and lift my glass to my lips, smearing it with red lipstick as I down my cocktail. I'm not worried about Hayden. The foolish man is wrapped around my finger.

"Don't worry, Hayden won't leave me—the poor bastard tried to commit suicide two days ago, and right now,