A faint fragrance mingled with the scent of alcohol pervaded the air, quickly unsettling her. As he drew closer, Alla felt somewhat at a loss, sliding towards the car door. However, the confined space of the car allowed her to move only slightly before her back hit the door. Casiano, his hand propped on the window, encircled her petite form.
His frosty, peach-blossom eyes fell on the diamond necklace around her neck after giving her a brief glance. After a moment of silence, a scornful laugh echoed by her ear, "It seems your new benefactor treats you quite well."
He seldom laughed, usually maintaining a stoic expression. However, this laugh was even more terrifying. Alla wanted to explain, but the words "new benefactor" silenced her. From the moment Billie introduced her as his woman, any explanation would have been futile.
