“Madinia,” he crooned. “Look at me.” I took a long breath and turned, attempting to ignore the way his low voice had made my lungs squeeze. This man was a predator through and through. He stared at me as if I were a pawn he was considering putting into play—his dark eyes filled with ruthless calculation. “The fates have seen fit to push us together more than once. One day, when I need you, you will help me with my own goals.” It would be difficult for him to find me on another continent. But still, the entitlement in his voice infuriated me.