The Devil’s Bargain
“I’m letting you off the hook because you’re exhausted. But listen to me, baby—don’t test my patience. I’m not as nice as I look.”
“Hmph... and what are you going to do if I do?”
“I’ll wreck you.”
“Total pervert.”
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Once she was clean and dry, Aaron carefully carried Zoe back to the bedroom. He tucked her under the covers with a quiet, “Go to sleep.”
Then, he turned and went back into the bathroom. Zoe lay there, listening to the sound of the shower. She realized he was handling his “frustration” himself—his stamina was truly terrifying.
She stared up at the ceiling, her body feeling like lead but her mind buzzing. She touched her swollen, aching lips. This isn’t a dream, is it? Are we rea