Chapter 116 Shadows At The Table: Part One

• The navy silk of my dress catches light as I smooth it over my stomach, the subtle curve beneath feeling more visible than it truly is. In the mirror’s reflection, I see Efrem standing behind me, his suit a perfect match to my gown.
• Even our clothes mark us as a matching set, as always. The perfect owner with his perfect pet.
• While he focuses on his tie, my fingers linger on Amara’s pill, hidden in the pocket sewn into the dress’s seam. I contemplate taking the chance and slipping it into my mouth now, but the risk of Efrem seeing me makes my stomach churn more than the hormones.