Duke Gammar struck me across the face as soon as we entered the carriage, sending me sprawling to the floor of the small space. “I don’t know what you did to me in there; but I’m damned sure I will not allow it again.” He glared at me, the ropes cutting into my wrists because of how tight they were.
To appease the Duke, Dame Dracilla sold me to him for a measly copper piece, effectively giving him my slave contract. “Now since you know a little of too much, I cannot keep you nor let you live; so I have the perfect plan for you!” He grinned that sadistic smile of his at me, causing a shiver to run down my spine.
I dared not speak as we made our way to the heart of the city and through the shopping district, the horses pulling us along quickly. I caught sight of my favorite bakery, and Mis
