Tempted by Deception (Deception Trilogy, #2)

by Rina Kent

“And stop that.” “Stop what?” “Threatening other people’s lives and dreams. You’re like a true villain.” His lips twitch in rare amusement. “You thought I was a fake villain?” “If I did, you’ve completely proved me wrong.”

“You called me a disaster, but this is the true disaster, Lia. You and me.”

“You asked when I’d be done. The answer is never. I’ll never be done with you, Lenochka.”

“What does that mean?” “What does what mean?” “Lenochka?” “Bright light.”

“You’re mine now, Mrs. Volkov.” I hate having his last name attached to mine. For some reason, it feels like I’ve sold my soul to the devil. Worse, I actually married him.

“Because I loved you.” I lay a palm over my heart and fist the material of my dress. “And it’s killing me every day.”