The predatory grin on Alexander's face left Nancy in no doubt about his intentions.
Panic surged, but she was aware of her physical disadvantage compared to Alexander. And Charlie, out there, was probably oblivious to her current peril.
But against all odds, she managed to keep her calm.
Somehow, she managed to stay composed. She knew resisting would only fuel Alexander's excitement.
"Alexander…" She said softly, "Aren't you being a bit rough?"
Alexander was taken aback. Why did Vivian become this submissive?
Was she... flirting with him?
A glimmer of confusion flashed in his eyes as he looked at Nancy, taken aback, "What did you say?"
Nancy's lips, cherry-red and enticing, puckered as she indicated her left hand, "You're so strong. You're hurting me."
Only then did Alexander notice the bruised and twisted state of Nancy's wrist, his firm grip making her skin pale. Almost instinctively, he loosened his hold but eyed Nancy with disbelief, "You're not resisting anymore?"
Nancy shot him a reproachful look, "Look what you've done to me. What's the point of resisting? Is it helpful for me to fight?
Alexander was puzzled. Even in the past, when he had Vivian under his control, she had always fought back.
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