Chapter 67 Bernard Hits Vivian

After several failed attempts to calm her, Bernard Jacobson resigned himself to simply holding Vivian Donovan. Only when she stopped vomiting did he gently wipe her mouth and carry her back to bed. Laying her down, his anger still simmered. He slapped her back hard, a sharp *crack* echoing. Vivian gasped in pain but remained unconscious, his restraint evident. Seeing the red marks on her fair skin, his heart sank. He covered her with a blanket and left the room. In the living room, Bernard called Scott Cross. "Investigate everything about Vivian Donovan. I want all the details." "Yes, boss," Scott replied, then asked, "What about Ms. Blackwell?" "Whatever," Bernard said dismissively, hanging up. Afternoon came, and Vivian awoke, her head throbbing. She found Bernard on the sofa, the room spotless. Rubbing her head and sore backside, she staggered over to him. "Did I fall after drinking? Why does my backside hurt?" Bernard nodded guiltily. "Yeah." "No wonder. It hurts like hell." She sp