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The drive and time alone were over far too quickly, and Zayne soon pulled into my driveway. My heart skipped a beat when I realized this would be the last moment I arrived at this house. When I was in this car again, it would be to leave for a new life.
Zayne released me, then parked in front of the garage. My fingertips tingled with anxiety, but I took a slow breath and peeked at my bodyguard—mybodyguard. Butterflies scattered in my belly with the idea of being in his arms again soon. At least he would be with me when I panicked. Whether he knew it or not, he was my rock. His love had encouraged me to run and start over. Zayne Wilson was my everything.
Zayne exited the car, then opened my door for me. I stood and walked ahead of him to the entrance. Unlocking it, I stepped inside, then disabled the alarm. Zayne cleared his throat, then secured the locks.
Footsteps smacked the marble floors, and I waited for Marty to make his appearance. I glanced at Zayne and froze when concern filled his face, recalling that he could tell the difference in footfalls and who they belonged to. Fearing the worst, I spun around and planted my palm against the wall to steady myself while holding my breath.
38
Giselle
My stomach twisted, fear nearly crippling me.
The second I saw the black wingtip dress shoes, the air whooshed out of my lungs.Donovan.
“Where have you been, Giselle?” Donovan snarled, frustration thick in his throat. His furious gaze peered straight into my soul, stripping me of the safety I had felt earlier with Zayne.
Terror spiked inside me, sending my pulse racing. “Swimming.” My hair was still damp, so there was no use lying.
He approached, then dragged his knuckles down my cheek. A renewed hatred for Donovan pulsed through my veins. The bastard was home early, which meant I wasn’t leaving. But that was the least of my worries. His stony, cold-hearted stare coiled around my chest, making it difficult to breathe.
“Where? We don’t have a pool.” He tapped my nose with his index finger like he used to when I was a kid. It was his signal to be ready and waiting for him to rape me soon.
“The lake.” My voice wobbled. “It’s hot and I wanted some sun and privacy.”
Donovan’s lips pressed into a thin line as he shoved his hands in the pocket of his suit slacks.
He gave me a clipped nod, a storm brewing in his eyes. “Zayne, you’re not needed tonight. I’ll see you in the morning. Giselle and I have some catching up to do.”
A whimper escaped me as I spun on my heel and flashed Zayne a bewildered look. We both knew what would happen if he walked out that door. I pressed my lips together as I realized my fear had just given away the fact that I didn’t want Zayne to go. Attempting to cover up my mistake, I gave a half shrug. “Later, bodyguard.”
Zayne’s stoic expression remained in place. His gaze traveled to Donovan’s. “When should I return?”
Donovan curled his fingers around my bicep and dug into my skin. “I’ll call. Go have some fun.” His maniacal brown eyes glimmered, and the hair on my arms stood on end.
“Have a good evening.” Zayne didn’t look at me as he turned away, then left.
Time had just put a rope around my neck. I was trapped with the man I had only been hours from escaping.
The door clicked closed, and Donovan slammed me against the wall, my head smacking the corner of the alarm system, causing me to wince.
“You’re home early.” I offered the best smile I was able to muster up.
“Eager to see you, sis.” He sneered as he placed his palm on my cheek.
I was pretty sure my skin burned where he’d just touched me. The devil had that effect.
“You look a little sad that I sent him away. It makes me think the two of you had arrangements this evening.” Donovan’s warm breath tickled my ear.
Terror twisted my gut.Did he know?I attempted to slow my breathing and remain in control, but I was reeling and slipping off the sanity cliff.
“Our plans were to stay here. The sun and water made me tired.” I held his vicious gaze while my legs betrayed me and trembled.
“You’re lying. I’m aware that you were leaving me. Good thing I got home to stop you from running off with the bodyguard. That will be the last time you see him.” He slid his hand between my legs and grabbed my crotch through my shorts. “This is mine. You just fucked up, little girl, and fell for the wrong man.”
How the hell did he find out?Fuck, he had us tailed. “I have no idea what you’re talking about.” Desperation sank her claws into my soul and I dug my manicured nails into Donovan’s wrist until he let me go. “Don’t fucking touch me.” I spat in his face and shoved him off.
Donovan’s shoes slipped on the floor, and I barked out a laugh as he landed ass first. I broke into a sprint, making a mad dash for the stairs. If I could reach my room, the door might hold him off long enough for me to crawl out of my window. If not …
