Chapter 44 Chapter Forty Four

• Ruby
• "Let me go, Liam!" I yelled, managing to bite his lips hard enough to draw blood. In a swift, determined motion, I broke free from his grasp. The sudden release allowed me to regain my composure, and I glared at him in rage while he smirked.
• I felt so irritated that his lips touched mine, and I took a step back, creating a safe distance, feeling gross about the forced kiss. The taste of it lingered, making my stomach turn. His smirk only added to my frustration. Even though I managed to break free physically, the icky feeling stayed with me, creating a mix of anger and disgust inside.