Hated by Thousands, All for the Man Who Cherishes Her

Lily's desperate cry pierced the air as Ethan pinned her against the wall, his eyes blazing with fury. She struggled futilely against his iron grip, her heart pounding with fear.

"Let go of me!" she pleaded, but Ethan only tightened his hold, his handsome face twisted with rage.

Suddenly, he flung her aside violently. Lily's head slammed against the bedside table, pain exploding through her skull. She curled into herself protectively, glaring at Ethan through tear-filled eyes. "Don't you dare touch me!"