His grip on Carmen's head tightened, and he pushed deeper, trying to drown out the unwelcome thoughts. But the harder he tried, the more persistent they became. Isabella had gotten under his skin in a way no one else had, and it infuriated him.
"Enough," he growled, pulling Carmen away abruptly when he felt her hand sinking into his lap trying to steady herself. She looked up at him, confusion and worry in her eyes, her lips swollen and reddened.
"Did I do something wrong?" she asked hesitantly. She made sure to be quiet as he always wanted and to not move, he has always loved to be in charge, so what was the problem now?
Enrico shook his head, his frustration palpable. "Just get dressed and leave," he ordered, his voice sharp.
Carmen's face flushed with a mixture of confusion and irri
