The Assistant's Ruined Alibi

Desperate for Release

Author: Of Glass & Salt

Desperate for Release

Avery

We entered a massive bedroom dominated by a king-sized bed with dark blue sheets. The room was minimalist but luxurious, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering a view of the private lake.

"On the bed," Declan commanded. "On your back, legs spread."

I climbed onto the bed, positioning myself as instructed. Declan opened a drawer in the bedside table and pulled out what looked like a small, eg