Chapter 76

Alice froze, her heart raced in her chest. "You can't threaten me, Lucas," she retorted defiantly. Lucas stood there, his eyes fixed on Alice, an aura of intense dominance surrounding him. He appeared both furious and resolute, making it clear that he wouldn't tolerate defiance. Alice, still lying on the bed, felt a mixture of fear and determination within her. "You think you can just walk away from me, Alice? Do you really believe I'll let that happen?" Lucas's voice, though stern, carried an underlying tone of possessiveness. Alice took a deep breath, summoning her strength, and sat on the bed while covering her body with the blanket. "I'm not your possession, Lucas. I have a right to make my own choices," Alice asserted, her voice unwavering. Lucas, however, seemed unmoved by her words. He circled the room, a predator assessing its prey. "You're mine, Alice. By law or not, you're mine," Lucas declared, emphasizing each word. His intense gaze never left her, as if challenging her to