Chapter 43

**Vivian's POV**

My fingers turn sweaty in Nik's grasp as I take in each object, everything reminding me of the possibilities of sexual awakening each holds.

The throbbing of my clit intensifies, wetness making me slick. I rip my hand off him when the realization startles me.

"What the hell?'' I yell, raising my voice high so that he doesn't recognize me.

He puts his hands on his hips, a glowering look on his face. ''Drop the mask, Vee."

I gape at him, taken aback by his demand. How did he know?

"How did you know?'' I ask," sounding choked.

He takes steps towards me, backing me to the door and shadowing me with his height. His body muscles ripple as rage burns through his veins.

I'd recognize you even if you were buried beneath a thousand masks, he says, fingers grazing the edge of my mask.

''Take it off, Miss. Brown".

I swallow, taking the mask off. I let it drop to the floor as Nik's eyes scan my face, that offensive quirk still etched in his brows.

"Mr. Niko... I begin in a whis