My mind reeled with raw fear, as my hands shook so badly they started to feel numb.

I’d signed a contract with Ethan, and it clearly demanded discretion about our relationship.

If I told Vivian about our relationship, and that Ethan was the man in that video, I might face legal charges, and worse—Ethan might send me back to jail.

If I went back to jail, I’ll be leaving my mother completely at the hands of Vivian.

No…no, I cannot afford for that to happen. Vivian would kill my mother ...