Vickiâs voice oozed contempt as she proposed, âBecome my brotherâs mistress, and youâll get to see Austin.
How does that sound?â
Vicki was well aware of the darkness that had engulfed Lowe.
Vicki had once unexpectedly visited Loweâs home and witnessed the consequences of his savage attack on a woman.
Despite his medical condition rendering him impotent, Lowe had managed to cause significant harm.
Vickiâs understanding deepened when Lowe proudly displayed his disturbing collection of devices, revealing his extensive means for tormenting women.
Loweâs inability to erect seemed to amplify his perverse inclinations infinitely, driving him to seek satisfaction in twisted ways that no ordinary thrill could satiate.
Lowe adhered to a dangerous rule of never keeping his relationships longer than a month to avoid fatal outcomes.
Given the change in his situation, he had become more cautious.
Considering Nicoleâs delicate condition, Vicki was certain Nicole would not survive long under Loweâs tyrannical control.
Once broken or even tormented to death, Nicole would no longer be a concern.
Nicole managed a soft laugh.
âYou promise Iâll get to see Austin if I agree to this?â
âAbsolutely.
Just do as expected, and Iâll ensure you meet your son,â
Vicki assured Nicole, her tone laced with feigned sincerity.
Caught up in thoughts of Nicoleâs downfall, Vickiâs persuasion continued smoothly, âDoes it really matter who youâre with? Lowe canât perform anyway.
Itâs not like heâll truly be with you.
â
Nicole rolled her eyes internally, astounded by Vickiâs assumption of her ignorance.
Given that Loweâs notorious actions were a hot topic of gossip, Nicole was quite familiar with his ominous reputation.
âThatâs tempting,â Nicole remarked, her voice dripping with sarcasm.
âBut I donât believe you.
â
Vicki let out a laugh.
âWhatâs not to believe, my dear? Do you really think you have any other option but to comply?â
Nicole arched an eyebrow, her face set in a defiant expression.
âWhat if I want to see Austin right now?â
âNot at this moment,â Vicki responded sternly.
âYouâll need to spend time with my brother first, and then Iâll consider allowing you to see your son in three months.
â
âThree months?â Nicole feigned contemplation and then fixed Vicki with a serious look.
âAre you sure Iâll still be alive by then?â
Despite being caught in her lies, Vicki showed no sign of shame.
âOf course, you will be.
A little flattery goes a long way.
If you take good care of my brother and keep him content, he wonât hurt you.
â
Nicole shook her head resolutely.
âI donât trust you or your brother at all.
Youâre both contemptible and unworthy of my trust.
â
âYou!â Vicki began, her tone sharp as she struggled to maintain composure.
Vickiâs eyes momentarily blazed with fury.
âThen youâll never see your son again!â she declared, her voice tinged with threat.