Vow of Deception (Deception Trilogy, #1)

by Rina Kent

My thoughts are reinforced when the Russian says, “From now on, you’re Lia Volkov. Wife of Adrian Volkov.”

I’ve always thought those in power ensured it by brute methods, that they killed or schemed. That they were loud and barked orders—like Richard. Adrian is the complete opposite of that notion—he’s silent, calm, but exudes an authority so raw, it’s even more terrifying than those with loud power.

I know he thinks he’s looking at his wife, and not me, but how lucky can a woman be to have a man look at her that way? Like he’ll destroy the world as long as she stays safe?

“The big deal is that no one looks at you the way I do. No one gets a glimpse at what’s mine.”

You need help, okay? And that’s four.

“Do you need Mommy too, Papa?” Adrian pauses before he says calmly, assertively, “I do.”

“I wish I’d never met you.” My lips brush against her forehead. “I’ll meet you over and over again if I have to.”

Home. He called me home.

But most of all, I need to know who the fuck dared to kidnap my wife. My. Wife.

I love making her happy.

“Have a date with me tonight.” “A d-date?” “Yes. It’s when two people have one-on-one time together.” “I know what a date is. I’m just not sure why you want it.” “You’re already having a date with Jeremy. Why not with me?” “Are you jealous of your own son?” “Sometimes. What do you say?”