Chapter 206 Love Hate Lies Ii

• “My love is the only manipulation that can work on Asher,” he said and I widened my eyes, my heart assaulting against my ribs. “Even with everyone around him, Asher has lived a lifetime of isolation. Give him a little love and he’ll be on his knees, begging for more.”
• A shudder coursed through me, guilt stabbing into my chest like a sharp pang. Hearing him recite my thoughts out loud just made them even more disturbing.
• Clenching my jaws, I turned my face to the side, averting my gaze. My chest heaved, the weight of his accusing scrutiny pressing down on my conscience.