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chapter 31

Susan's POVRick's smile was slow and deep, the kind a man wears when he already knows the answer to a question he hasn't even asked yet.His hand slid down my waist as the music settled into a softer rhythm, and we danced a little longer, closer, slower, more intensely this time.But then, the moment stretched, broke, and he took my hand.That simple gesture, his fingers intertwined with mine, sent a warm shiver through my arm."Come," he said.And I followed him.We left the club in the cool of the night, and to my own surprise, I was smiling.A real smile. My God, when had I last felt this lightness? This distraction? This… desire? He didn't let go of my hand as we walked to his car, and somehow, that simple touch felt more intimate than the kiss we'd shared inside.When we reached the car, he stopped, leaned against the door, and asked, "Did you enjoy our date?"The word caught me off guard, but I nodded. "Yes. I really did."Our eyes met, unblinking. Neither of us said a word, b

chapter 32

Susan's POVRick glanced distractedly at his phone… then noticed my expression. He frowned. “Sarah? What’s wrong?”I was speechless. My throat tightened.My thoughts raced, swirling.Rick’s phone kept ringing, each vibration piercing my skull.My hands slowly slid from his chest.Nausea hit me first. Then the trembling.“Susan,” he murmured, noticing too much. “Talk to me.”I hesitated for a moment, then said softly, “You… should answer.”I tried to sound detached, indifferent, but panic gripped me. I didn't want him to know, I couldn't let him guess, that I was connected to Alexander in some way.Rick sighed. "It's not important.""Choose him," I insisted, forcing a small laugh. "That way he'll stop calling. It's fine."He watched me for a moment, a little suspicious, then shrugged. "Okay."He swiped his finger to answer.Then, thank God, he put it on speakerphone.My heart raced, pounding wildly."Hello," Rick said casually, "can I call you back? I'm... very busy with my girlfrien

chapter 33

Susan's POVRick kept his eyes fixed on the road, but I could see a slight smile playing on his lips, as if he already knew the effect he had on me. I hated that he was right."I don't really know Alexander, we just tried to meet up at the meeting earlier," he said.My chest relaxed a little, the air finally filling my lungs.So he wasn't a close friend of Alexander's. Not someone who was spying on me. Not someone who would take me back to the Walkers.Just… Rick.Still, I couldn't let on the relief that was building inside me, so I just gave a casual nod. "Oh. I see. So why is he calling you now?"He shrugged slightly. "No idea why he's calling me now, though." “That sentence made my stomach clench again, but before I could dwell on it, his car slowed down, then stopped.We were in front of my building.He turned off the engine and turned to me. “It was a great day… well, a great evening.”And it was true. More than I wanted to admit.My common sense told me to say goodnight, close

chapter 34

Susan's POVBut then it suddenly went to voicemail. I couldn't reach Richard.I frowned, staring at my phone screen as if that would miraculously solve the problem. "Network error," the message appeared again.Strange.Richard NEVER had network problems. He was always reachable. I tried again. And again.Still nothing.Slightly worried, I went downstairs, still tapping the screen, hoping the connection would suddenly come back on.Rick looked up as soon as he saw my concern. He sat up slightly on the couch. "What's wrong?"I forced a laugh. "It's my lawyer. He's not getting through. I find that odd."Rick tilted his head. "What's his name? Maybe I can help you." “I know someone who can check…”“Oh no,” I interrupted quickly, forcing a smile. “It’s nothing. Not that important. I’ll talk to him tomorrow.”He nodded, but his gentle, observant gaze made my heart race. He wasn’t stupid. He knew I was lying. But he didn’t press the issue.Good.I didn’t need him to be interested in anythin

chapter 35

Susan's POVHe gently stroked my cheek, dispelling the mist with surprising softness. "Hey... look at me."I did."Are you sure?" he asked in a low but confident voice. "I don't want to force you into anything."A man asking for my consent.A man looking at me as if I mattered.My breath came in gasps."I'm sure," I murmured. "I'm... really sure."His jaw tightened, as if he were holding back. "Good. Because I've been trying not to lose control all evening."A wave of heat washed over me.I kissed him again, harder this time, taking the initiative by gripping his shoulders and pressing my body against his, gently rubbing against him. He groaned, his hands gripping my hips as if he couldn't help himself."Fuck..." he breathed. "Susan, you're going to kill me."I smiled against his lips. "Maybe."His laugh was deep, almost guilty. "If you keep this up, I won't make it through the night."His hands traced my spine again, slowly and mischievously.I felt the muscles in his arms tighten b

chapter 36

Susan's POVThe headboard began to bang rhythmically against the wall as he set a frenetic pace, each thrust sending sparks flying behind my eyelids.I tilted my hips to receive him, taking him in deeper, seeking that perfect, blinding pressure.I felt the vortex building inside me, the tension in my belly becoming unbearable.Each penetration brought me closer to the precipice. "Rick... I..." The words broke into a cry as my orgasm overwhelmed me, sudden and irresistible.My walls contracted around him, gripping him tightly, and he cursed under his breath, his rhythm faltering as he fought to hold back. But he didn't stop.He kept moving, prolonging each shiver, each spasm, until I was completely inert beneath him. Only then did he release me, his thrusts becoming wild, his breath ragged against my ear."Come take me," I whispered, pulling him tightly against me.That was all it took. He thrust deep inside me with a guttural groan, releasing himself in searing waves.His body tense

chapter 37

Susan's POV"Rick."The room seemed to tilt.For a second, all I could hear was the rain and the pounding of blood in my ears."How does he know that name?" I whispered."That's exactly what I'm trying to figure out," Becca said darkly. "But whatever's going on... it's more than just a coincidence."I stared at the address flashing on my phone screen. Rick's address.A mixture of hope and dread washed over me.Because suddenly, this night that had seemed synonymous with freedom felt like the start of a dangerous game.And I had no idea who was on which side of the chessboard.I moved to the edge of the bed and sat up, gripping the mattress. “Did he say anything else?”“No,” Caroline replied. “Just that you were with a man named Rick. He seemed… irritated. Not furious yet. But on his guard.”I swallowed. “Did he say who Rick is?”“Exactly,” she said. “He didn’t. And that’s why I’m calling you.”I closed my eyes.“If Alexander really knew who Rick was,” Caroline continued softly, “we w

chapter 38

Susan's POVNo name. No greeting.But I knew exactly who it was.I didn't answer.Instead, I locked my phone and stared out the window. My reflection was faint in the glass, my eyes sharper than they had been months ago, my lips held a determination I was still getting used to.I was no longer the same woman who used to rush home at the sound of Alexander's voice.The car slowed, then turned into a quiet, upscale residential neighborhood.My pulse quickened again, this time for a different reason. Here, the houses were spaced apart, discreet, protected by tall hedges and silent gates.The driver stopped in front of a modern, steel-gray apartment building and got out to open the door for me."Here you are, ma'am." I nodded, thanked him, and went outside to breathe in the fresh air.Rick was already outside.He leaned against the railing near the entrance, his jacket draped over his shoulders, his hair slightly damp from the rain.When he saw me, his face softened in a way that still s

chapter 39

Susan's POVSilence fell again, heavy and oppressive.I could hear the rain drumming softly against the windowpane, the hum of the city below, and my own heart pounding louder than all of it."What was I doing there?" I repeated in a low voice.Rick nodded once. He wasn't accusing me. That made it almost worse. "You don't seem like the type to get drunk for fun."I looked down at my cup. The coffee was still untouched, cooling between my fingers. For a moment, I considered lying. Giving him some vague explanation. Something reassuring.But safety had never saved me."I needed to forget," I said finally. "Just for one night."Rick didn't interrupt. He waited, then cleared his throat. “I’m not talking about the club, I’m talking about the Walker mansion. You were there.”My chest tightened.I forced myself to breathe calmly, trying to relax. The truth weighed heavily on my tongue, dangerous and reckless, and I swallowed it back.“I was working with someone,” I said cautiously. “Someone

chapter 40

Susan's POVThe moment we crossed the threshold of Rick's room, his lips were on mine.Forcibly. Passionately. As if he'd been holding back and had finally allowed himself to let go.His hands framed my face as he kissed me deeply, with a consuming intensity. I responded without hesitation, rising onto my tiptoes to stay close to him.I barely noticed the room, the dim light, his distinctive scent, because all I felt was the warmth between us, the way his body pressed against mine, as if he knew exactly where he belonged.Then, through the haze, I noticed something.The door wasn't locked.I pulled back slightly, breathless, my hands still gripping his shirt. "Rick," I whispered. “You didn’t lock the door.”He stopped, his forehead against mine, a nonchalant smile on his lips. “We’re alone,” he said calmly. “There’s no one else in the house.”I sought reassurance in his gaze, then exhaled softly. “Good,” I said lightly. “Because I really didn’t want to worry about anyone catching us.

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