Chapter 14

Backing down to monsters is not the way to play the game. You have to show strength, or they will walk over you and pound you into the ground. I have dealt with evil many times before, and I need to remind myself this one shields it with charm and excellent bone structure, but he’s no different to other men. I must challenge his authority over me and not let him grind me down into the dust. Do not show weakness.

“My name is Camilla, not London. I can follow orders; thanks for clearing up that little debacle for me; now I know what line there is and what not to cross, I won’t waste my time or yours playing games. Enjoy your night Alexi; I am going to bed.” I say it forcefully, voice firm and hiding hints of a wobble, but my flushed skin tells a different story, and the heat in my cheeks tells me I am probably blushing crazily. I can’t hide my reaction from his eagle eyes.

There’s a moment of pause as he looks at me, and I wish I knew what was going on in that sharp head.