Jace

“I will be, and I will make sure I satisfy your needs.”

The words tasted like poison on my tongue, but I forced them out. Mina’s smile widened, sharp and victorious. She no longer bothered to hide her true nature—a predator who had finally cornered her prey.

“I love you,” she purred, her hands wandering across my chest, possessive and invasive. My skin crawled beneath her touch, but I held perfectly still. “I can’t wait to be your wife.”

She paused, searching my face for a reaction. I gave her what she wanted—a soft smile, gentle and adoring.

“I can’t wait to carry your child,” she continued, her voice...