Ariana said, struggling to hold back tears.
I dont care if its fair. When I say no, thats final, Bennett replied coldly.
Ariana scoffed, wiping her eyes. How much money did Zayden get for selling me to you?
Bennett let out a chuckle scornfully. Youve got it all wrong. You should ask how much he paid to get you here?
He sat across from her, spinning a fork between his fingers. Taking you away from the crash site wasnt cheap. My men dont work for free, you know.
He looked at Ariana. But in Eleymond, we cant just grab someone off the streets. Theyre all about the rules there. Youd be here way sooner if it wasnt for that.
Ariana met his eyes and replied coldly, Then youd better keep me under lock and key. If I manage to go back to Eleymond, Im sending you to jail at all costs.
Upon hearing this, Bennetts frown suddenly softened into a grin.
Jail, huh? he muttered.
He had never had anyone talk to him like this. Most people tiptoed around him, too scared to even raise their voices. This was new, and he liked it.
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This woman was indeed interesting.
Arianas fiery defiance actually made Bennett feel a little giddy.
Fine, lets see what you can do, Bennett said with a chuckle, then scooped some food onto her plate. But first, eat up.
Ariana stared at the delicious food before her, her expression one of pure misery. She mumbled, I dont feel like eating.
Bennett, as if he hadnt heard her, pushed the steak closer to her, still grinning. Already forgetting what I just told you?
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Bennett got very close to Ariana, a smirk playing on his lips as he locked eyes with her, his tone cold and menacing.
I hate it when people resist me, and youve been resisting me from the start. I have limited patience, and I wont be showing you any more leniency soon. Got it?
A chill swept through the dining room, freezing even the guards stationed at the door.
Unfazed, Arianas red eyes met Bennetts gaze head-on, challenging him. So, are you going to kill me or what?
Ariana maintained a steadfast gaze. Both she and Bennett refused to back down.
Following a tense pause, Bennett placed the steak on Arianas plate with his fork, his tone chilling as he ordered, Eat.
He resumed cutting his steak, not bothering to glance up as he added, If you refuse to eat, I wont hesitate to feed you forcefully.
Ariana recognized Bennetts icy demeanor as his ultimate warning. She understood that Bennett was capable of extreme measures.
In truth, Ariana had feigned heartbreak to deceive Bennett into believing she had given up.