MasukI pressed my lips together, forcing a smile and hoping my nerves didn’t come through.“Understood,” I said.Without another word, he turned and walked in the opposite direction. With a tightening chest, I walked towards where Gemma was with a few other girls. They were giggling at something she was
Joanne’s POVToday was technically my first day at the clinic. Yesterday, after I saved that patient, I was shown the ropes before I was sent on my way. Today, they told me I'd be doing some actual work, and I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t excited.I was finally going to feel useful again, like I di
He lowered himself so his lips were only inches from mine. I knew I should have pulled away, told him to go to hell, and that I won’t be his mistress. But I couldn’t bring myself to do that; his scent was alluring, and the way he looked at me made my heart skip a beat.My emotions were all over the
Joanne’s POVI stepped away from him as if he had burned me, and I started to back into my room. He followed me inside and shut the door.“Who were you talking to?” I wanted to ask him why it mattered. But my lips wouldn’t form the words.“I thought Talia left something behind…” I tell him. “What
“I don’t know,” she finally said. “I think there is more to it.”When I didn’t say anything more, she let out a breath.“He cares for you, Lady Joanne. He sought me out himself and asked me to bring you a meal. Lady Vivien was not in sight. I know it might be hard to believe, but you are worth the l
Joanne’s POVMy chest ached; I ran back to my chambers as fast as I could, my heart feeling as though it was going to explode. I didn’t want Alexander and Vivien to see me cry; thankfully, the tears didn’t come until I was a great distance away.I opened the door and stepped inside, letting a sob es
It was almost embarrassingly fast, but the look of pleasure on his face quickly made the embarrassment fade. He didn’t stop after I climaxed… he continued to suck and tease me, tasting everything I had to offer.When he was done and satisfied with his handiwork, he kissed back up my body, his lips f
Joanne’s POVMy world had tilted; Alexander was getting married to another woman, and he didn’t even bother to tell me himself. I honestly was just a plaything for him; something to do while he waited for his real marriage to begin. My heart was shattered in my chest.“Please, don’t be angry with th
“No…” I said softly, clearing my throat as I turned to look at Vivien. “I… uh… congratulations.”The word tasted bitter in my mouth.Vivien blushed again.“Thank you,” she replied warmly, stepping closer. “We’re to be married in a month.”A month.Lucia let out a pleased sigh.“Such a romantic thing
Joanne’s POV“Joanne, don’t—”Rem’s hand brushed my arm, gentle but urgent, trying to steer me away. I hardly felt it. My feet had already carried me forward, pulled by a horrible mix of curiosity and dread. I knew I shouldn’t be listening. I knew I should turn around, pretend I hadn’t heard any of







