Chapter 863

Vivian wrenched free from his grasp, stumbling back until her shoulders hit the wall.

"Ethan Roscente, have you lost your mind?" Her voice trembled. "This is unlawful confinement!"

Ethan's eyes darkened like storm clouds.

"I can't watch you leave with Dominic." He advanced toward her. "Stay with me. I'll give you anything you want."

A cold laugh escaped Vivian's lips.

"You think this will keep me here? Isabella and Lucas will notice something's wrong soon enough."

Ethan braced one hand against the wall beside her head.

"I know." His voice was rough. "But even one more minute with you is worth it."

His breath scorched her skin.

"You already despise me. What's a little more hatred?" He chuckled darkly. "Hate me if you must. At least you'll never forget me."

Vivian's eyes widened in disbelief.

"You're seriously disturbed!"

Ethan suddenly seized her wrist.

"Yes, I am." Madness flickered in his gaze. "I've been incurable since the moment I fell for you."

She struggled violently.

"Let go!"

"Never." He yanked her against his chest. "I won't release you this time."

Vivian went still.

"Give me my phone." Her tone turned icy. "I'll pretend this never happened."

Ethan shook his head with a faint smile.

"Do I look that gullible?"

"So you'll keep me locked up forever?" She sneered. "You can't watch me every second."

His fingers traced her cheekbone.

"We'll be inseparable." He murmured. "Even in sleep."

Her pupils contracted.

"You—" Realization dawned. "You're going to drug me again?"

Ethan didn't deny it.

"Don't worry. It's safe." His thumb brushed her lower lip. "I'd never harm you."

Vivian shoved him away.

"Do you have any idea how dangerous drugs are during pregnancy?"

His expression darkened.

"Specially formulated." He produced a small vial. "Harmless to the baby."

The sight of the container made her blood run cold.

"You planned this all along?"

Ethan's smile turned tender.

"To keep you with me? I'll gladly play the madman."