Chapter 209

Maxine’s POV

He was going to kiss me.

The moment Ronan’s hand touched my chin, lifting my face to meet his. I felt disgusted. His touch was firm but not harsh. It was like he was testing the waters. He was pushing boundaries he already knew I didn’t want to be crossed. His eyes were cold and calculating and they looked into mine. He was searching for resistance.

I didn’t give him the satisfaction. I kept my expression as unreadable as I could manage. I wasn’t going to let him see how much he was affecting me. Not if I could help it.

Ronan’s lips twisted into a smirk. He leaned in closer and for a terrifying moment, I thought he was going to kiss me. Instead, he stopped, his breath warm against my skin.

"You’re playing along well,” he murmured. “But don’t forget that this is only the beginning. You’re mine now, Maxine. Mine."

I wanted to scream and push him away, but I knew better. There was so much at stake. So I clenched my fists