Stephen let her go, but not entirely. His breaths were erratic. Hoarsely, he said, "Come home with me."

His request, filled with desire, sounded like a command. A single whisper from him could hypnotize someone.

As Yvonne hesitated, the hand around her waist pinched her impatiently. She glared at Stephen. If she didn’t follow him home, he could drive everyone out of this room and teach her a lesson.

Seeing that she didn't refuse him, his smile widened. He scooped her into his arms.

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