Juliana POV

My restraints were tight and painful as I writhed against them. Even though I could barely see through my swollen eyes, it was enough to view the sadistic, greasy grin of this patron. I quivered as I watched him figuratively froth at the mouth, having been granted free rein over my body. He had already torn off my clothes. What else would he do?

I felt the light in my heart become dim.

Still, I hadn't lost my will. I jostled against my ...