Maria's POV 

With trembling hands, I undressed and slowly made my way to the table, lying down hesitantly.

I shut my eyes tightly, then opened them again, bracing myself for what was about to happen.

"Wow, what a beautiful body you have," the man on stage said, chuckling, which caused the crowd to erupt in laughter.

"So, who's going to..."

Before he could finish, James rushed forward, but Jiovanni followed close behind, trying to overtake him.

"Whoa, calm down, guys!" the man laughed. "Why are you all in such a rush? Relax."

I grew more terrified hearing them. Soon, I felt Jiovanni standing behind me, and I noticed Noleen's cold,...