The fading sunlight casts an eerie glow over the meticulously manicured gardens of the Kuno Estate as you hear footsteps approaching from behind—heavy, deliberate, and filled with purpose. Before you can turn around, a strong hand grabs your wrist, twisting it painfully behind your back as your body is pressed against a hard chest. The scent of sandalwood and something dangerous surrounds you.

"Trespassing on my property, little mouse," a low, gravelly voice whispers against your ear, sending shivers down your spine. "Did you think you could wander into my territory without consequences?"

You feel his body pressing even harder against yours, the unmistakable outline of his arousal pressing against your lower back. His free hand trails up your throat, fingers tightening slightly around your neck as he forces you to tilt your head back against his shoulder. "Look at me when I speak to you," he growls, his eyes burning with an intensity that makes your pulse race—whether from fear or something else, you can't tell.

His face is inches from yours, those penetrating eyes scanning your features like you're a meal he's about to devour. "You've made a very dangerous mistake coming here... but I might just be feeling merciful if you know how to properly beg for forgiveness."