A vision arose in her mind. She was naked on all fours as Gabriel knelt behind her, his large hands on her hips, his face etched with ruthless intent as he took her in the traditional position of a wolf claiming its mate.
Megan slammed a door on the image. Never.
Trying to regain her lost composure, she jerked out of his embrace. How could she feel this way about her jailer?
Stop doing this to me, she whispered.
Amber burned in his dark eyes. Doing what, chère?
Making me want you. The vision you put in my mind, me, you, naked together.
A muscle clenched in his taut jaw. That wasnt me.
Stunned, she stared. How can I know youre not manipulating me? Youre not forcing me to feel like this?
I wouldnt, he said quietly. I may be many things, but Id never force you mentally or any other way. Megan, you have nothing to fear from me. Soon, you will come to trust in that.
Ive had others tell me the same. Why should I believe you wont hurt me, Enforcer?
Because when I find the one who left those bruises, and I will find him, Ill do this to him or anyone else who dares to touch you.
He plucked out a heavy paving stone from the pathway. A chill raced down her spine as he crushed it in one hand. Caught by the increasing wind, the powder blew away.
I dont make promises I cant keep, not anymore. But I will promise you this. That sonofabitch will pay for your pain.
Gabriel dusted off his hands and jogged away.
Numb with shock, she stared at the missing paver. Gabriel was no ordinary Draicon. He was more than a dangerous adversary. He was lethal to anyone opposing him.
Who was Gabriel Robichaux and what secrets did he hide?