Page 132 of Coercion

He crosses the room, opens the door and holds it for me.

Beyond, I can see the grand space, the ornate furniture, and the low murmur of voices suddenly turn to silence.

Evidently, they’ve realised I’m about to grace them with my presence.

I draw in a deep breath, straighten my spine and as I do, I feel it; his come, slowly leaking out of me.

As if that spurs me on, I strut out of the room, leaving Preston to follow in my steps.

I’m ready now. I’m ready to face them all.

From now on, the world is going to meet with an entirely different Ruby Holtz. Not a Mafia Princess, not a pretty little jewel to be passed around and bartered with.

No, I’m a queen now. And I will ensure nobody ever forgets that.

THE END