Chapter 17 Payback Time

• ~ Alicia ~
• "Hey, Alicia. How about we talk later on, eh?" Bryan's voice reached my ears, his words laced with an undertone that sparked my curiosity. "I've got a few things to ask you." As his hand came into contact with my back, giving an unexpected spank, my surprise was obvious. I turned to face him, my gaze filled with a mixture of astonishment and shock. Lucian's expression remained carefully composed, a deadly glint in his eyes that threatened but didn't spark.
• With a nod, I acknowledged Bryan's suggestion. My mind was spinning with questions. What could he possibly want to talk about? His actions were bewildering, and I found myself grappling with comprehension. The sensation of the spank lingered, my mind struggling to grasp the audacity of his actions. As I started to take my leave, his unexpected move played over in my mind.