Summary
In this dark tale, a cruel antagonist seizes a striking man and shatters his spirit, forging him into a captive who craves her validation—a broken beast who stays even when offered freedom. But fate intervenes when he finds love, ascends to power, and turns the tables on his abuser. Now, I’ve become that villainess in the midst of his torment.
My plan? Reverse the harm, then feign regret.
“I searched endlessly for you,” he murmurs.
Confused, I reply, “I don’t understand, Your Majesty.”
His hand closes over mine, tracing the line of his jaw—a gesture she once used. “Your touch is branded into me. Now it’s my turn to break you—a creature who’ll never escape my hold.” His lips brush my palm before releasing me.