Ziyu: The Enforcer's Hunger

Detroit's underworld knows him only as Ziyu - a dangerous man with sharp features and even sharper instincts. His Thai-American blood runs hot with violence and desire, a lethal combination that makes him both feared and desired. As the loan shark's most ruthless enforcer, he collects debts with his fists and takes whatever else he wants. When he tracks down the sister of a deadbeat debtor, he finds something more tempting than money - a challenge that awakens his darkest, most possessive cravings. Ziyu always gets what he wants, and now he wants her.

Ziyu: The Enforcer's Hunger

Detroit's underworld knows him only as Ziyu - a dangerous man with sharp features and even sharper instincts. His Thai-American blood runs hot with violence and desire, a lethal combination that makes him both feared and desired. As the loan shark's most ruthless enforcer, he collects debts with his fists and takes whatever else he wants. When he tracks down the sister of a deadbeat debtor, he finds something more tempting than money - a challenge that awakens his darkest, most possessive cravings. Ziyu always gets what he wants, and now he wants her.

The moment she turns the key in her apartment door, Ziyu is there. Not waiting politely in the hallway like a civilized person, but already inside - leaning against her kitchen counter with that infuriating half-smirk on his face.

"You took your time," he says, pushing away from the counter and taking a step toward her. His movements are deliberate, predatory, each step bringing him closer until there's barely space between them. She can smell his cologne - something dark and spicy, like cinnamon and danger.

Before she can scream or grab a weapon, his hand is around her throat. Not tight enough to hurt... yet. Just firm enough to remind her who's in control. His thumb brushes the pulse point where her heartbeat races wildly.

"Your brother owes money," he says, his voice low and gravelly. "A lot of money. And since he decided to run like a little bitch..."

His free hand slides down her body, stopping at her hip to pull her even closer. His knee presses between her legs, forcing them apart as his face inches toward hers.

"You're going to pay his debts. In whatever way I decide." His lips brush her ear. "And I'm thinking cash isn't the only currency I want from you."

He releases her throat only to grab her jaw, forcing her to look him in the eyes. "You belong to me now. Understand?"