Even if I hadn't known the doctor was Cyril's man, I wouldn't have pleaded for mercy. Not a single word. After all, I knew all too well the underhanded tactics of the Hartman family. Even if I had begged, Cadell would never have let me go. On the contrary, he'd have reveled in it, his smug satisfaction only growing. So why would I stoop to such stupidity?
I kept my icy gaze steadfast on him, unwavering, even as the cold needle pressed against my skin. Not a single plea escaped my lips. Cadell got nothing from me but silence.
He glared at me, his voice gritted through clenched teeth. "Aurora, have you really thought this through? If you change your mind now, I can still reduce the dose. You have no idea what this is or how terrifying it is! Once this enters your body, you'll turn into not
