Chapter 34

• Anxious and jittery, Roxy's impatience prompts her to urge, "Andrew, please just say what it is so we can address it." Eager to uncover the truth and expose all aspects of the discussion.
• Taken aback by her urgency, a shift in Andrew's demeanor occurs as he reveals, "I'm into BDSM, including punishments when necessary." The mention of punishment triggers a wave of dread and haunting memories from Roxy's past.
• Dread creeping into her voice, Roxy questions with apprehension, "When you mention punishment, what exactly do you mean? Are you implying something as extreme as beating me to a bloody pulp?" Her concern palpable as she awaits Andrew's response.