Cross My Tigress Face the Wrath (Stella) novel Chapter 565

As soon as Silas hung up the phone, it was just Susanna and Hull left in the room. Susanna stood awkwardly by the cabinet, clutching a cushion tightly to her chest, her eyes darting nervously toward Hull.

Hull settled himself on the couch, gesturing for her to join him. "Come here."

Susanna clutched the cushion even tighter, shaking her head. "I don't want to."

Her words and body language were in perfect sync, a testament to the fear Hull had instilled in her over the past few days.

Seeing her frightened demeanor, Hull's smile vanished, replaced by a chilling expression. "Hm?"

That single syllable hung in the air, dripping with menace, making Susanna's heart race. She considered bolting for the door, but knew she wouldn't get far under Hull's watchful gaze.

Feeling the oppressive coldness emanating from him, she stammered, "We can talk from here. You can hear me."

She took another step back, her voice barely above a whisper. Hull raised an eyebrow, amused at how easily she was spooked. The reports from Silas had painted a different picture of her during her time in Portis City. She had been bold, not the timid figure before him now.

Susanna, noticing his silence, gathered her courage to speak. "I have something to ask you."

Despite her fear, she needed answers. Her voice was small but determined.

Hull's lips curled into a smile. "Ask."

"Why did you tell Mr. Quinn you like me?" she blurted out. This was a question she needed clarity on, or she'd never sleep soundly again.