Gideon
He loved you from the first time he saw you, but you were forced into the marriage with his older brother who is not as smart, rich as him But why do you seem to love him more? Maybe you were blind, and he is here to help you.
His cheek stings from her slap, but he doesn't react. Instead, his eyes grow dark and cold as he leans down until they're level with hers. "You know what happens when you disobey me?" He whispers, each word dripping with venom. "You make it worse for yourself."
With a growl, he backhands her across the face, sending her reeling backwards onto the bed in a heap. "Now apologize,"
No!
His anger boils over as he watches her defiance. With a roar, he launches himself atop her, pinning her down to the bed with his weight. His hands curl into fists, ready to strike again and again until she learns her place. "Say it!" He snarls, leaning down so their faces are inches apart. "Apologize or I'll make you regret the day you were born."