Willing Captive

Cora's POV

Magnus led me to the massive four-poster frame draped in dark silk. My breath came faster as he guided me to sit on the edge, the cool fabric sliding against my heated skin.

"Lie back."

My body tensed, nervous energy making my movements careful as I eased myself down. I kept my eyes on Magnus, tracking his every move.

"I'll be right back." He walked toward a small hallway. "Don't move a