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With Vanessa away, Scarlett seized the opportunity to immerse herself completely in her studies.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The next morning, she rose exceptionally early. After completing her morning routine, she drove away from Ravenshade Villa.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When she arrived at the library, Nolan was already waiting for her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Though they had planned to study together, Nolan primarily allowed Scarlett to focus independently, intervening only to answer her questions and explain complex concepts.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Around noon, they took a break to grab light refreshments outside.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Throughout the afternoon, Nolan remained nearby, providing quiet companionship while Scarlett studied.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Approaching five o\u2019clock, Nolan received an urgent call from the hospital-an emergency surgery required his immediate attention.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After Nolan\u2019s departure, Scarlett continued studying alone for an extended period. She only looked\u00a0<\/p>\n
up\u00a0<\/p>\n
when dizziness and blurred vision finally forced her to pause.\u00a0<\/p>\n
That was when she realized darkness had fallen outside.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Gathering her materials, she proceeded to the parking lot and located her car. Just as she settled into the driver\u2019s seat and reached for the ignition, a low, familiar voice emanated from the passenger seat. \u201cWhy did you return my gift?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Startled, Scarlett whipped her head around to find Damian seated beside her, his expression filled with clear frustration and resentment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cHow\u2026 how did you get into my car?\u201d Scarlett demanded, her voice trembling with alarm.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian ignored her question. Instead, he leaned across the console, seized her wrist, and with a single powerful motion, pulled her uncomfortably close.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Their proximity became intimate, their scents intertwining in the confined space, creating a palpable tension.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s eyelashes fluttered nervously. Damian stared into her deep eyes, those long lashes repeatedly brushing against his consciousness, unsettling his composure.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When he spoke again, his voice was husky and rough. \u201cAnswer me. Why did you return what I gave you?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Though Damian appeared angry, something in Scarlett\u2019s gaze softened his fury. He unconsciously loosened his grip on her wrist.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing her wince, he worried he had hurt her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finisher\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett attempted to pull away several times, but despite Damian\u2019s seemingly relaxed hold, she remained trapped.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She looked at him helplessly. \u201cDamian, I cannot accept such gifts from you. We don\u2019t share that kind of relationship. It\u2019s inappropriate.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Everyone knew Damian\u2019s reputation as a flirt who lavished extravagant gifts.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had famously spent fortunes on women on multiple occasions.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even if mostly rumor, Scarlett had personally witnessed him dropping astronomical sums on jewelry at auctions.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s words appeared to infuriate Damian further. He tightened his grip on her hand and leaned even closer.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Soon, their noses were nearly touching.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Their proximity became overwhelming, their breaths mingling, the air thick with unspoken tension.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett tried to turn away, but Damian cupped the back of her head, holding her firmly in place.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She found herself completely immobilized.\u00a0<\/p>\n
His body pressed closer, radiating intense heat like a furnace.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Their lips hovered mere centimeters apart.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Panicked, Scarlett murmured, \u201cDamian, don\u2019t do this. I\u2019m Vincent\u2019s wife.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian had been restraining himself, but Scarlett\u2019s reminder only intensified the fire within.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He abandoned all restraint. Lowering his head, he captured her lips in a forceful, demanding\u00a0<\/p>\n
kiss.\u00a0<\/p>\n
His mouth carried the distinct flavors of tobacco and mint, merging into a potent combination that invaded Scarlett\u2019s senses.\u00a0<\/p>\n
His kiss was ferocious, like a hurricane crashing against her defenses. She couldn\u2019t evade,\u00a0<\/p>\n
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couldn\u2019t escape, couldn\u2019t even protest.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Scarlett\u2019s head tilted back, forced to accept his assault.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
She dug her nails into his waist, pressing hard enough to nearly break skin, yet he remained unmoved.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When the pain registered, Damian released a low, guttural groan.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The sound sent shivers through Scarlett\u2019s scalp. Releasing his waist, she began pounding her fists against his chest instead.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian reacted swiftly-he captured both her wrists with one hand, pressing them against his chest, forcing her to feel the defined muscles beneath.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Oxygen became scarce. Scarlett felt herself suffocating.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian finally released her, his eyes gleaming with mischief as he observed her flushed face. \u201cSo, sweetheart, how was that?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s complexion deepened further. \u201cDamian, you\u2019re utterly shameless.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian maintained his grip on her hand, preventing retreat. He gazed down at her reddened, swollen lips and couldn\u2019t suppress a low chuckle. \u201cDid you enjoy my kiss?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett glared at him, fury evident. \u201cRelease me first.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Noticing tears welling in her eyes, Damian realized he had crossed a line and relinquished his hold.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But the moment he released her, Scarlett delivered a sharp slap across his face. \u201cDamian, I\u2019m not some commodity you can purchase with gifts and manipulate as you please. I have a husband and a daughter.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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