t the dressing room and made her way to the private area

atmosphere that screamed both opulence and secrecy. There were barely a handful of men present tonight-some f

e stood. He was engaged in conversation with a few other men, undoubtedly making some shady deal, but his eyes suddenly locked onto hers

g the music guide her movements. She was a vision of sensual grace, every undulation of her body a practiced art form. As she danced, she couldn'

ized clients. Antonio was always around, his presence a reminder of the control he had over her and the other danc

kipped a beat as she watched them exchange a few whispered word

uptly stopped. She froze mid-movement, the sudden silence deafening. Her

!" one bellowed, his fa

st getting good," another shouted

uit. He was watching her, a slight, knowing smile playing on his lips. Antonio

oth and placating. "There's been a slight technic

one of the men muttered, g

grip firm on her arm as he escorted her out of

she whispered urgently as

more secluded part of the club. Finally, he sto

He wants a private performance," Antonio said, his v

do private performances," she said, shaking her h

r. "Look, baby girl, I understand your concern, I really do

e snapped, her voice rising. "I care about my sa

Look, I'll be right outside the door. You won't be completely a

s not part of my contract. Plus,

s darkened. "

zing that Antonio was never actually givin

tching in her throat. She knew why men like Ricardo wanted pri

and not his usual nickname for her. "I've always trea

have

u in any uncomfortable

N

u have two options: either do as I tell you or..." He stepped closer, leanin

deepened. What did he mean by not leave he

t's a joke, baby girl. Why so tense tonight? Loo

tly wipe her nose. Her eyes burned slightly

barely above a whisper. "But if I

se, baby girl. Now, let's

ivate rooms, steeling herself for what was to come. She couldn't shake the feel