Chapter 328

"If you say I'm doing this on purpose, then fine, I am. That way, you won't be pining for someone you shouldn't." "We're already married, Samuel. What more do you want? Can't you let him go? You promised me." "Then, get rid of him from your heart. Not a trace of him left. Otherwise, it's not over between Julien and I." Shelmaine stepped back, her voice trembling. "You're insane. You've lost your mind!" "Shelly, everyone needs to go a little crazy for something or someone in their life. That's what makes life interesting. And didn't you say it yourself? I didn't have a normal childhood. Even the most rational person can lose control of themselves." Samuel moved closer, backing her up against the window. Outside was an open plaza, with cars passing by below. Shelmaine's back pressed against the cold glass, and she shut her eyes, too afraid to look down—her fear of heights overwhelming her. Samuel's lips touched her with force, a rough, almost punishing kiss. He wanted to consume he