Chapter 177

Declan pinched Vanessa's chin with a faint smile. "Tell me, how should I make your death more painful? Should I throw a few big wolfhounds into the basement with you?"

"No!" Vanessa broke instantly, screaming. "I'll tell you! If I tell you, will you let me go?"

His tone softened. "Of course."

"Really?"

"Really."

His serious expression left no room for doubt. Her whole body shook as she stammered,