"Even though you resemble her, remember, you are not her. Deep within those features lies my cherished, imperfect princess!" He passionately kissed her, but then she slapped his hand away. "What are you trying to do?" Ruby questioned, alarmed. "I am claiming what rightfully belongs to me, Ruby Scarlett," Eric declared, tightening his grip around her. She struggled to break free, but he held her close, roughly caressing her face and tracing her lips with calloused hands. His gaze was filled with desire as he tilted her chin, saying, "You're engaged to me, and you owe me for the pain you've caused." Overwhelmed by his hunger, Eric yanked her hair, forcing their lips together and invading her mouth with his tongue. "Mmmph," Ruby gasped, confused. "You belong to me," Eric panted breathlessly. Staring back at him, she was stunned – this man, who had once despised her, broken their engagement, and fought for another woman's love, Samantha Wild, now seemed to be acting out of character. Why would he subject her to such an intimate display when his intentions were clearly driven by something deeper, something she couldn't comprehend?
