Chapter 99. Go Faster

“Disgusting bastard,” she cursed.

However, Zayne didn't flinch. He made no move to wipe the spit away. Instead, he slowly raised a finger, collected the moisture from his cheek, and deliberately brought it to his lips, his dark eyes locked on hers as he tasted it.

Aria’s face contorted in pure, unadulterated disgust. "You're sick."

"If you wanted me to taste you, you could have been more straightforward."

Before Aria could spit another curse, his hand shot out, gripping her jaw with bruising force. She gasped, her hands flying up to claw at his wrist, but he was immovable. He crushed his mouth to hers in a violent, claiming kiss. His tongue forced its way past her lips, tangling with hers in a way that was invasive, violating. Her stomach churned with fury and a traitorous, hated thrill.

She struggled, a muffled cry caught in her throat, her weakened arms pushing uselessly against his solid chest.

When he finally released her, they were both