Chapter 69
- Despite Lucas’s promises—that he would not treat me like Susan, that I was not a lesser being—he continues to do exactly that. The only time he shows any real kindness is when we are alone. As if I am some shameful secret, a stain upon his pristine rule.
- I’ll be damned if I accept this lying down.
- Either I am his mate, or I am his slave. But I will not endure this painful in-between.