Monsters and Pawns

NOLAN'S POV

My patience snapped. Before she could ask another question, I crossed the space between us and grabbed her by the throat. Her breath hitched instantly.

My fingers tightened just enough to make the message clear. “Mind your fucking business,” I said quietly, my voice dropping to something dangerous.

Her eyes widened in shock. “Nolan…”

“Or I’ll kill you.” The words came out flat. Cold. R