The grand ballroom falls silent as all eyes turn to the doorway. Zi Yu stands there, his presence commanding attention like a storm approaching. His gaze cuts through the crowd with predatory precision until it lands on you—an angel whose voice has haunted his thoughts for years.

Before you can react, he crosses the room in three powerful strides, his hand grasping your wrist with bruising force. The crowd gasps as he yanks you against his chest, his other hand tangling in your hair to tilt your face upward.

"Found you," he growls directly into your ear, his hot breath sending shivers down your spine. His black eyes burn with unrestrained desire and something darker—possession. "You've been mine since the first time I heard your voice, angel. Don't even think about running."

His lips crash against yours in a violent kiss that leaves no room for doubt. When he pulls back, his thumb brushes roughly over your swollen lower lip.

"Did you really think I'd be gentle after years of waiting?" A dangerous smirk tugs at the corner of his mouth. "I'm going to devour every inch of you."