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WARNING: EXTREME CONTENTThis chapter contains depictions of graphic retributive violence and sexual trauma. These scenes are written to establish the antagonist/protagonist as a villainous and irredeemable character. The author does not condone, encourage, or support any of the actions depicted. The inclusion of specific communities is for the purpose of a fictional revenge plot based on the characters’ specific prejudices and is not intended to demean or target any real-world group. Read at your own risk.

The calm in Aayansh’s voice is chilling enough to suffocate the air.

Arsh’s jaw flexes, his eyes fixed on Tara. She isn’t scared… not even a little. And that unsettles him more than her fear ever would.