Chapter 25. Consent

Priya gazed at him with weary eyes, yearning for an explanation, yet unable to trust him. Not after the abduction and the loss of her beloved dog at his hands. 

She never imagined encountering someone as ruthless as Priyank, who lacked even a shred of mercy towards animals.

“What if I choose not to explain?” Priyank's eyes sparkled with curiosity as his hand encircled Priya's waist.

“Then I won't be eating anything,” Priya retorted, her shoulders shrugging, devoid of fear in her gaze.

 She regarded him as if his question were foolish, mirroring his character. Why would she dine with him when her inquiries remained unanswered?

“Are you certain? I could force-feed you,” Priyank warned, his tone laced with menace, yet eerily calm.

“Then I won't open my mouth, obviously,” Priya replied, unfazed. 

Priyank wasn't surprised; he was accustomed to her sharp tongue. However, her nonchalant demeanour left him at a loss.

Despite the ordeal