Chapter 20

Brielle’s POV

I was caught in the end. I couldn’t do anything stupid. Although I don’t feel scared of him, I don’t know what to expect or what he might do to me. I have decided to play along for now. If he tries anything funny, I will try to defend myself. I won’t go down easily.

He helped me sit on the bed and picked up the bowl of soup. It smelled and looked great. My stomach growled. Blake looked at me and laughed at my expense. It was so embarrassing. I don’t remember the last time I had something to eat.

“You must be so hungry. Here, have some soup,” he said, raising the spoon to my lips.

What’s this? I am not in so much pain that I can’t feed myself. I didn’t say anything and allowed him to feed me. After a few spoonfuls, I was done eating, but I was not full yet. I did not dare to complain. Giving me soup was kind enough, so I would not accept more from him.

“Don’t be so afraid to speak. Earlier, you used to yell at me without any regard.