Page 122 of Twisted Legacy

“Yes.”

“No strenuous activity. Just relax in the AC for the rest of the day and tomorrow.”

“That’s the plan.”

“And call me if you need anything.”

I don’t answer. I don’t need to be babied.

“Thea..”

“I’m fine.”

“I’m giving you an order. You will not compromise your body by overexerting yourself. Dehydration is serious for an athlete. You will call me if you need anything. No matter how small. I don’t want you leaving your room. Understood?”

“Yes, sir.”

“Good girl.”

I whimper at his words.

“Oh sweetness. I can’t wait to say those words in your ear when you take my cock.”

“Fuck, Wolfe. You said no overexertion. Talking like that makes me want to be a bad girl.”

He chuckles. “Alright. I’ll behave.”

I settle on my bed as he tells me about a fighter he’s tracking and the upcoming competition season, then reaffirms his promise to get me on a ticket as long as I stick to his no unsanctioned fights rule.

I don’t know why he’s stuck on that. I know other fighters at his gym fight at Dredd. He’s even recruited some people from there. But for me, he’s not even willing to entertain the idea of me getting into the ring, even though he knows I can win. I could win before my attack. But this rule was in place before then.

I miss making all that cash, but it’s not worth the argument or losing my spot. Plus, the chance for a pro fight comes with more money and will be the validation I need that I can stand toe to toe with the best in the business.

We end the call because his next client walks in, and I crack open the book I’m reading. It really is one of the best ways to check out of reality for a few hours.

Chapter71

Finn

Ilaunch myself onto Thea’s balcony. I don’t know why I didn’t think about doing this before. Waiting for her to come to me is out of character for me. I’m not the wait guy. I’m the tell them what I want and enjoy letting them give it to me guy. I just spent the evening listening to Eloise drone on about this life she’s dreamt up in her head for us. Now, I just want to spend time with my pet.

She’s laying on her side, one hand tucked under her face, the other under her pillow. One leg and foot sticking out from under the blanket, which has slipped down to her waist. Thea’s eyes pop open when I reach my hand out.

What the hell just happened? One minute I’m pulling the blanket up to her shoulder and the next I’m on the floor with a knife against my carotid. I’d usually say something funny, but right now the demons in her eyes are dishing up a nice dose of keep my fucking mouth shut. I doubt she’s even seeing me.

“I told you never to touch me.” She growls, pressing the blade closer. The cut of the edge letting me know just how close I am to losing my life.

“Pet.” I soothe. I don’t wanna spook her from whatever dream she’s having. “It’s me, Pet.”

Her chest heaves, the knife digs deeper. She’s still trapped in her head. “Thea.” I move to touch her, and that sets her off. “Don’t fucking touch me!”

I feel the slick warmth of blood trickling down my neck.

“I’m gonna cut your dick off and then you’ll never flash it at anyone ever again, big man. Or how about I watch you bleed out until there’s nothing left?”

“Neither of those sound appealing right now, Pet.”

“Nemesis!”

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