Chapter 21 Did You Like It

Victoria's pupils contracted. Elbow angled upwards, she went for the person's throat, but he reacted even quicker.

A large hand grabbed her wrist before pinning her against the wall by the window.

"It's me."

A familiar voice. The familiar smell of candles.

Victoria looked up. Under the dim light, she saw Benjamin's handsome features.

She was shocked. "Benjamin!"

Not only did she raise her hand against Mr. Harper, but she nearly injured him too.

Before Benjamin could question her, she quickly explained herself.

"I didn't know it was you! Had I known, I wouldn't have dared to lift a finger against you. You're far stronger and more skilled than I am. I'm simply no match against you!"

Benjamin noted her superb bootlicking skills and her shrewd expression. An unbidden smile tugged at his lips. "They've got something on you. It's an affront to me."

Victoria nodded in agreement and continued to praise him, "You're right, Benjamin. Thankfully, you've arrived on time to save me from