MAYA

Julian's eyes lit up like he’d just had a brilliant idea. Despite the warning, his gaze returned to Silas. “Is she officially off-limits then? If not, I wouldn't mind satisfying her myself. After all, a five hundred million dollar bride deserves to be kept happy.”

Silas’s patience finally broke. He shoved him hard, letting go of his collar so suddenly that Julian stumbled back before finding his footing. Julian just smirked and adjusted his shirt like nothing had happened.

Silas didn't say another word. He got the door open, dragged me inside, and slammed it shut behind us. Julian’s hysterical laughter followed us through the door, muffled but still...