Furious Accusations

Vivian was startled by his sudden move and instinctively tried to pull away.

His hand pressed tightly against her neck, exerting an overpowering force.

"Mr. Thorne, what do you mean by this?" Vivian could only ask, her voice cold and strained from struggling and anger.

Sparks of fury ignited in her eyes.

This only served to intensify Declan's discomfort, and the image that flashed through his mind