"I'm sorry... I'm sorry... I was just saying goodnight..."

I struggled weakly beneath him, tears streaming down my face.

After a long while, he finally came to his senses, releasing my bruised arms and standing up with a stern expression.

I curled up under the covers, shivering, and cried out in anguish.

Arthur remained silent for a long time.

"Never call me that again."

With that, he left the room.

I stayed hidden under the covers for a long time before daring to get out of bed and walk to the door.

I found it locked from the outside.

The entire villa was as quiet as a massive black coffin,...