Hilliard’s grip on her hand tightened, prompting a sharp protest from her.


    “Let go! You’re hurting me!”Belonging ? N?velDram/a.Org.


    He released her hand quickly, his expression apologetic.


    But Jennifer was resolute, and she said firmly, “I don’t care if your intentions are genuine or if you’re just ying games.


    I have a fiancé now.


    Even if he’s far from perfect, he’s not yours topete with.


    Stay away from me and respect my decision.


    ”


    She turned away, striding toward the door, her hand reaching for the knob.


    Yet, an unexpected sound halted her in her tracks.


    It was weird…


    A heavy gasp filled the air, and she spun around to find Hilliard’s face flushed, his demeanor odd and disoriented.


    Confusion knitted her brow.


    Something was clearly amiss.


    Approaching him cautiously, Jennifer realized the cause.


    It wasn’t a mere jest, but something more sinister.


    Dr@per hadn’t merely tampered with the ss of wine; he’d tainted the entire bottle.


    Her concern for Hilliard overrode her frustration.


    She stepped forward, her hand gently patting his cheek.


    “Hilliard, are you okay? I’ll call the manager.


    ”


    Jennifer turned to leave, her concern palpable, but Hilliard’s firm grip on her wrist stopped her in her tracks.


    His strength was undeniable, leaving her unable to break free.


    Before she could react, she found herself pulled into his embrace.


    With a deft movement, he seated her on a chair, his touch pressing down upon her.


    “Jennifer…”


    His voice wasden with unease, the effects of the aphrodisiac wine he had unknowingly consumed making him ufortable.


    As a medical elite, he had never encountered such a situation, never experienced being drugged.


    The potent aphrodisiac within the wine surged through his veins, clouding his judgment and drowning his self-control beneath a tidal wave of desire.


    His thoughts became singr, a voice within him relentlessly urging him to im her.


    Jennifer responded with a firm p to his face, her touch like a wake-up call.


    “Hilliard, snap out of it!”


    The softness of her skin against his heated flesh sent shockwaves through him.


    The allure of her crimson lips was irresistible, inviting him to taste their sweetness.