Chapter 3The Monster in the Mirror

Ethan gritted his teeth and pushed me towards the greasy man.

"Director Deng, we have a deal. After tonight, Felicity is the lead in your new movie."

Director Deng pinched my waist, his fat face trembling with a smile.

"Deal. But let's be clear. I hate trouble. After I'm done with her, I don't want any issues."

Ethan replied matter-of-factly.

"Don't worry. She's my woman. She listens to me. She won't make a scene."

He turned to me, commanding: "Anna, serve Director Deng well tonight. I promise to give you the grandest wedding."

I struggled furiously, eyes spitting fire. "Ethan, you bastard! Who gave you the right to decide for me!"

Director Deng looked displeased. "Can you handle this or not?"

Felicity got anxious, grabbing Ethan's arm. "Ethan, Anna doesn't seem willing to help me. What do we do?"

Ethan glared at me, quickly pouring another glass, smiling apologetically at Director Deng.

"Director Deng, relax. One more glass and she'll be docile."

The greasy man nodded, gesturing for speed, then added:

"I should warn you. I have some... special hobbies. I like it rough."

He pulled out his phone, showing pictures of women whipped until they were bloody.

I was struggling against Ethan, but hearing this, my pupils shrank. A chill ran down my spine.

"Ethan, are you trying to destroy me?"

"Have you forgotten everything between us?"

He paused. Felicity immediately whined, "Ethan, I don't want to be a background actor anymore."

Ethan's grip tightened instantly. "What's a little suffering for Felicity? Being a sister-in-law means sacrifice!"

"Be good! Drink this. The whipping won't hurt as much when you're drunk. Anna, I'm doing this for you."

My heart plummeted, turning to ice. I stared at him dead on.

"Ethan, I really can't drink. Three glasses and I turn into a homicidal maniac! Last chance. Let me go now, and we're done."

With the alcohol accumulating, dizziness set in. I felt the string about to snap.

The eyes in my mind were gleaming with cold, murderous light. She was stirring. I couldn't hold her back much longer!

"Anna, what nonsense. A maniac? Who'd believe that? Everyone knows you're gentle." Ethan dismissed my warning completely.

Director Deng was impatient, reaching out to grab me with greasy fingers.

Felicity watched with glee, her eyes full of disdain.

I scanned these demons living among humans and suddenly grinned. Using the last of my strength, I snatched the bottle from Ethan.

To everyone's shock, I downed the entire bottle. The high-proof alcohol burned through every sense.

"Ethan, you're right. Drinking takes the pain away."

Surprise vanished from Ethan's eyes, replaced by a satisfied smile. "That's right. Glad you figured it out, Anna."

Felicity giggled. "Thought she was so chaste. Turns out she's easy."

Director Deng grabbed my shoulder, fingers wandering. "Fucking obedient. Good girl!"

My eyelids drooped, then snapped open. I spat out: "Useless trash! Should've let me out sooner."

Director Deng looked eager. "Yeah, you're my little snack today. Feed me!"

Felicity joked, "Director, go easy. Anna is fragile."

My gaze lingered on their necks. The arteries pulsing underneath. I licked my lips.

"So thirsty!"

The man hugged my shoulder, laughing lewdly, dragging me towards the bedroom. "I'll feed you right now!"

In the living room, Felicity stared at the closed bedroom door, snuggling into Ethan's arms, smiling broadly.

Now Ethan was hers. The lead role was hers.

Anna Feng was just a stepping stone. She didn't believe Ethan would want a used woman.

She looked up and kissed Ethan's cheek, speaking softly. "Ethan, thank you so much for today."

Ethan smiled. "Silly girl, you're like my sister. I'll try to give you whatever you want."

He lowered his head to deepen the kiss when a blood-curdling scream erupted from the bedroom!

Felicity's eyes lit up, but she said, "Oh my, Anna must be suffering! Ethan, does your heart hurt?"

Ethan frowned, surprised. "Wait, that's a man's voice. It's Director Deng!"