Valencia’s eyes flickered, her fist clenched, and her breathing emitted in waves. 

Ever since that afternoon, Maverick picked Valencia up from the garden to toss her about in the bed. Maverick has not returned to the mansion, nor has Valencia heard of or caught sight of Maverick. 

Maverick must be tired of her now, right? That must be the reason he didn’t care, isn’t it?

Thinking about it, Valencia should be delighted at how things are turning. Perhaps Maverick ...