![]() Savage Beginnings
-- EXCERPT: I’m so nervous for the rest of the day, I can’t even concentrate on math. I can’t shake the feeling that Marie is in danger and that it’s my fault. When Julian finally comes to get me for dinner, I’m on pins and needles. As soon as he walks in, I bombard him with questions. “Is she okay? Marie, I mean. You didn’t do anything to her, right?” “Why would you ask me that? I told her it was fine to come in.” “I thought…” “You thought I killed her?” He arches a brow in questioning. I feel ashamed to admit it, but nod since there isn’t any point in lying to him. Julian is cruel, sinister, and I know he wouldn’t hesitate to kill someone. Man or woman. “I didn’t kill her… but your concern for her well-being is interesting.” “Interesting?” “Maybe that’s not the right word. Convenient would be better.” “What that’s supposed to mean?” I’m almost afraid to find out. “At the event I’m taking you to, I need you to behave. I need you to act a certain way and do things you might not want to do, but you will do them because if you don’t, Marie might get hurt.” The words slowly enter my mind, and I piece the puzzle together. “You’re using her against me,” I growl angrily. “Yes, but I will not harm her if you behave, and I will reward you. I will give you more freedom. All you have to do is prove yourself to me.” “Prove myself? What does that even mean?” I toss my hands into the air. “I’ve never done anything for you not to trust me. I’ve played all your games, never fought you on anything. I let you keep me in your bedroom without complaining. I think I’ve proven myself enough… maybe you are the one who needs to prove himself to me.” As soon as the last bit leaves my mouth, I regret saying it. Not because it’s not true, but because I don’t want to provoke Julian. ![]()
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