Celine's POVKyle's hand rested possessively on my lower back as he guided me through his estate. His touch made my skin crawl but I forced myself not to flinch. I had to play the part. Had to make him believe I had surrendered."I am so glad you came to your senses," Kyle said. His voice was smooth and charming. "This is where you belong, Astra. By my side. Where can I protect you and give you everything you deserve?""I want to see Jerome," I said. My voice was steady even though my heart was racing. "You promised he would be safe if I came back.""Of course," Kyle said. "I am a man of my word."He led me down to the basement. The air grew colder with each step. Damper. The smell of blood and fear hung heavy in the confined space.Jerome was in a cell at the end of the hallway. He was chained to the wall and his clothes were torn and stained with blood. When he saw me, his eyes widened."Celine, no," Jerome croaked. "Why did you come? I told you not to.""I could not let him kill yo
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