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only needed me when he wanted sex, and it broke my heart that I’d never have more from him.
    I called a taxi and said my goodbyes, promising to catch up with the couple again soon. Jade and I still had a lot to discuss about their wedding, as well as shopping and preparing the nursery for the new addition to the family. And Ryder was more than keen to go out for a steak, so I promised to call and make a date for the week after he and Jade returned from their business trip to New York.
    It was with mixed feelings that I climbed into the back of the taxi and waved goodbye. As much as I’d enjoyed spending time with Jade and Ryder, I was thankful that the day was finally over. I yawned as I glanced at my watch. It was past ten already, and I was so ready to crawl into my bed and just sleep.

Chapter 8 — Eva
    I sucked in a deep breath as I exited the elevator and found none other than Harrison leaning against the door of my apartment. He glanced at his watch, then crossed his arms.
    “Where have you been? It’s late, and it’s dark outside.” His jaw worked as he clenched his teeth.
    I lifted my chin. “I’m perfectly aware that it’s night time. And I don’t need to give you any explanations. Now please move out of my way. I want to get into my apartment.”
    I was tired, tipsy, and not in the mood for Harrison’s bullshit.
    He stared at me without moving. “First, answer my damn question. I’ve been worried about you.”
    “Is that right? Did you file a missing person’s report on me?”
    “Eva, don’t test me.”
    Taking a step closer, I poked a finger into his chest. “Are you serious right now?”
    “Fuck, you’ve been drinking. Don’t tell me you’ve been driving under the influence—”
    “Why? Is the big, bad cop going to arrest me? Or tie me up with his handcuffs?”
    His jaw set tight. “That’s not a bad idea. I think you need a spanking too, and my hands are itching to connect to your ass.”
    “Oh, it’s tough cop tonight.” I jabbed his chest again. “But let me tell you, I’m not afraid of you. You’re a coward—”
    He gritted his teeth. “Ouch. That hurt, little darling. I’m definitely pulling you over my lap for that comment.”
    I narrowed my eyes at him. “No, you’re not. I’m going to bed. Alone. You’re not coming in. I don’t like you—” I lashed out, trying my best to hurt him the way he’d hurt me earlier.
    Harrison grabbed both my wrists in his hand and before I knew it, he had me pinned against the door with his mouth sealed over mine. He kissed me with such brutal force that my body went limp against his, forgetting to fight him as desire swept through me.
    “Bed. Hmmm, I like,” he said as he waggled his eyebrows at me.
    God, I wish I were immune to him. I wish he didn’t have this mind-numbing effect of me. I was like putty in his hands, my anger dissolving the minute he touched me.
    But not tonight.
    I pushed against his chest with all my strength. I wasn’t going to be that easy or let him get away with hurting me; I was going to ignore the lust and desire unfurling in my body and show him that he did not own me.
    Famous last words.
    “Eva, I’m sorry. I’m a jackass who is incapable of being a decent human being. You should hate me. In fact, you should run as far away from me as you can.” His lips brushed over my ear. “I get it. I don’t deserve a woman like you.” His hot breath sent goosebumps scattering over my skin.
    “Yes, I should. You’re so bad for me, Harrison. You make me forget that I deserve so much better.”
    “I do?”
    Oh God, I’d had way too much to drink, and I was too tired for mind games. For any games. And my resistance was crumbling way too fast.
    “Let me go.” I wriggled against him. “Go home, Harrison. I didn’t invite you over.” I shoved hard, but he didn’t move an inch. Just as I was about to try again, he suddenly let me go and took a step backward. I nearly stumbled forward and face-planted, but