It’s of her on her hands and knees. The open gag is shoved into her drooling mouth, and I’m behind her with my cock in her bloody cunt. Taking the one thing she had left to offer to our world.
Her face tightens, and she sits up, tossing her phone across the room. She lies back down, grabs a pillow, and places it over her head, letting out a muffled scream.
I smile to myself. Get frustrated, doll face. It just furthers my point that I own you.
My cell rings, and I pick it up to see it’s anUNKNOWNnumber. I mute my computer and stand, turning to face the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the woods. “Hello?”
“Spade,” the voice says into my ear. “That guy you’re looking for was here in Vegas last night.”
My teeth grind. “Then why are you just now calling me?”
“I didn’t see him. We had an…issue this evening, and I had to check the cameras. The man in the picture you showed us was in the video.”
“Was he involved?” I inquire.
“No. Just a guest walking through. I watched some other surveillance, and he was here for two hours. Played some blackjack and roulette.”
“Alone?”
“Nope. He had a woman with him. But by the looks of her, I’d say he was paying for her time if you know what I mean.”
I do.Well, that doesn’t give me much to go on. “Thanks for letting me know.”
“I’ll forward you the surveillance. Just in case you can place the woman he’s with, but other than that, I don’t have anything to give you.”
I wasn’t going to ask for it, so I’m glad he offered. I know the Mason brothers aren’t going to give more than they think you need. “Thanks, man. I owe you.”
“Yes, you do.” He hangs up, and I return to my screen.
Charlotte is no longer in bed. Instead, she stands in the kitchen with an open bottle of wine and a full glass. She stares down at her cell, looking at the picture of us I sent her as she absentmindedly pets Muffin, who lies sprawled out on the marble counter.
My cell informs me of an incoming email from the Mason brothers. I flip the hourglass over before I open it up.
FORTY
CHARLOTTE
It’s been three days since Haidyn took my virginity on my living room floor, and my body is still sore. Thankfully, my scheduled “me” day is today. It’s exactly what I need.
Walking into the building, I turn my cell off, not wanting to be bothered. It’s supposed to be relaxing.
The pretty redhead nurse smiles up at me. “Hello, Annabelle. We’ve got your room ready.” She gestures to the hallway on the right. “You’re in number five today.”
“Thank you.” I return her smile and make my way into the room.
I enter and sit down in the chair, getting comfortable.
The door opens, and my nurse enters. “Hello, Annabelle. How have you been?”
It’s so weird to be called that. I have gotten used to being Charlotte. Every time Haidyn calls me Annabelle, it’s so spiteful. “Good.” I give her a fake smile, leaning back into the chair and closing my eyes. I need a facial, massage, and a night out with endless drinks with my girls. Yes. That sounds amazing. Maybe if I drink enough, it’ll knock my ass out, and I’ll get a good night’s rest.
“Here is your drink…raspberry lemonade just like you like it.”
My eyes open, and I take the cup from her, chugging it down. I didn’t realize just how thirsty I was until now. Staying hydrated is important, especially if I want to keep up with Haidyn. “Thank you.” I hand her the empty glass and close my eyes once again, getting comfortable. A nap sounds amazing.
An hour later,I’m woken up by the nurse as she removes the heating pillow and IV from my arm. I already feel better, but of course that could have been the nap. I didn’t mean to fall asleep, but I also couldn’t stop it. She hands me a water this time, and just like the previous drink, I chug it down.
I get up off the chair and walk toward the door. Stepping out into the hallway, I bump into someone in my hurry to leave. “Oh, I’m so…” My words die off when I look up into a set of familiar eyes. “Oh, hey.” I smile.
