"What new trick are you playing now?" I tried desperately to control the burning in my body, the way my core clenched with unwanted heat. I scooted backward on the mattress, clutching the towel tighter. "I didn't! I swear I have no interest in playing any games with you!" My voice came out breathy and weak, betraying me. But my body refused to cooperate. I barely moved an inch. Jaxen's smirk deepened. He lowered himself further, caging me with his arms on either side of my body. His scent-cedarwood, musk, and pure dominant Alpha-wrapped around me like chains, intensifying the drug's effects tenfold. His face hovered so close that his warm breath ghosted my lips. "Isn't that what you want?" he murmured, voice dropping to a dangerous growl. "Look at you... completely ready for me t

