Madelyn met Zach's intense gaze. It was as if he was taking pleasure in her pain, finding some sick joy in it.

Zach was waiting for her to beg for mercy, but despite the torment she was going through, she refused to give him the satisfaction.

Her unyielding demeanor irritated Zach. "So, you've forgotten how to beg now?" he taunted.

Madelyn knew Zach too well. She understood that if he truly meant harm, he wouldn't be foolish enough to act right here and now.

Maybe the events of that night had ignited something in him, a desire to see her break and plead. But Madelyn was determined not to let that happen.

Tears welled up in her eyes, streaming down her cheeks and making her look pitiful. Anyone who saw her like this would surely feel sympathy.

With a push, Madelyn managed to create some space between them. "I'll never beg you, Zach Jardin, even if it means giving up my life. You'll face the consequences for your actions, even if it's in hell." She couldn't help but silently curse,