So, this is your plan?

VICTORIA’S POV

I paused, uncertain of how to respond to the situation. I wasn’t expecting anyone here and not him, especially.

I remained silent and stood like stiff steel, unable to express my feelings.

His hands tightened around my waist, careful not to hurt me in the process, as he lowered his head behind me and kept his chin on my shoulder.

His smooth, deep voice whispered into my right ear, “Finally, I get you in my arms.” His fresh masculine cologne hit my nostrils, and I shivered a little when his breath fell on my exposed neck.

My toes curled, and my thighs clenched along with my chest. I don’t know if I should be happy or angry with this man.

My emotions surged up to me urgently as my throat dried, and it felt heavy inside. I swallowed the lump in my throat before speaking, “I thought you had left?” I forced the words out, but they sounded like a complaint to my ears. Fuck!

He chuckled lightly, nuzzling my neck, making me shiver more. I bit down my lips to prevent myself from