Chapter 214 Only for You

Annie sat with her back against the wall, her thoughts knotted into a mess. She didn't know how much time passed before the lock clicked and the door was opened from the outside. Dingo's brutal face appeared in the doorway. He lounged against the frame and jerked his chin at her. "Come out." Annie's heart leaped into her throat, but her expression remained calm. Bracing one hand against the wall, she rose slowly and followed him out. The main hall outside was choked with smoke and reeked of alcohol. A group of tattooed men were drinking and shouting over dice and cards, their laughter, curses, and gambling calls tangled together until her head ached. When Dingo brought Annie out, every gaze snapped in their direction. Dingo clearly enjoyed being the center of attention. He shoved Annie into the middle of the hall, then dropped back into the main seat and lifted his drink. "Come on, get a good look!" he roared, his rough voice cutting through the noise. "This is the woman who's