The man's hand continued slowly grazing against her skin. It felt Like he was inspecting her.

But it stopped when it reached the bottom of her shoulder blade. Holding her breath, Ariana prayed he wouldn't continue his trajectory down her body.

Suddenly, he grabbed her shoulder and pressed her even closer to his chest. As he held her, he stepped backward, dragging her with him.

She attempted to resist, scratching at his wrist and trying to pry his fingers from her.

Nothing worked. He was simply too strong. His broad arms remained wrapped tightly around her.