He leaned in closer, whispering seductively, “Call me ‘honey.’ Say ‘Honey, please,’ and I'll let you be.”

How could Alexis bring herself to say it?

The word just wouldn't come out.

Leonel's caresses grew more intense, driving her to the edge. She turned her head away, finally uttering the words in a faint, reluctant voice. Though barely audible, he caught every syllable, his excitement growing.

Alexis' frustration boiled over.