She was working late at The Torch, as per usual.
Lionel Luthor interrupted her in typical fashion. Sleazy, expensive, intimidation.
He looked at her down his nose. “And how is the lovely Miss Sullivan?”
Almost as though his words were magic, she lost her breath. Choking, she managed to gasp out. “What did you do to me?”
His reply was a self-satisfied smirk.
Lex walked through the door. Gorgeous, smooth, mocking.
He looked at her with a smile. “I gave my word, Chloe.” The two men laughed. As she lost consciousness, Lex touched her cheek. “My love will protect you…”
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