I opened my mouth ti speak, only to shut it back in fear when I realized what I was just about to do.

I’d signed a contract with Ethan, and it clearly demanded discretion about our relationship.

If I told Vivian about our relationship, and that Ethan was the man in that video, I might face legal charges, and worse—Ethan might send me back to jail.

If I went back to jail, I’ll be leaving my mother completely at the hands of Vivian.

No…no, I cannot afford for that to happen. Vivian would kill my mother without any hesitation.

“I don’t know his name,” I said. My voice sounded low,...