Chapter 85

Nathan's POV

Nathan walked with a heavy stride as he made his way back to his room. His mind was a mess, consumed by conflicting emotions that left him feeling lost and confused. The anger and hurt that had fueled his actions earlier were still simmering beneath the surface, but they were now joined by a gnawing sense of guilt and shame.

He knew that he had crossed a line, that what he had done to Claire was unforgivable. He had used her body for his own pleasure, without any regard for her well-being or her feelings. He had treated her like a mere object, a plaything to be used and discarded as he saw fit. It was a despicable act, one that went against everything he had ever believed in.

But even as he acknowledged the wrongness of his actions, Nathan couldn't help but feel a twisted sense of satisfaction. A dark part of him had taken over, a primal, animalistic urge that had driven him to dominate and control Claire. It was a part of him that he had always tried to suppress, but now