"Yet, I lack the strength to do so," Jarrod claimed earnestly.

Nicole vividly remembered his strong grip on her chin earlier. She roughly unbuttoned his shirt, showing no softness in her approach.

She didn't soften her touch even when near his injuries.

Jarrod had let his physical condition slide previously but had worked his way back to fitness, boasting an impressive physique. His solid muscles radiated a potent masculine presence.

As Nicole applied pressure to Jarrod's wound, his tone became husky as he said, "Biting me might leave a deeper mark."

Nicole paused, sensing an unusual tone in his voice. Upon a closer look, she fully grasped the situation. Her face instantly twisted in revulsion.

This revulsion seemed to deepen the shadow in Jarrod's eyes. He abruptly caught Nicole's hand, holding onto her.

For a moment, Nicole was stunned. Then, feeling as though a boundary had been breached, she attempted to pull away, but Jarrod pinned her effortlessly against his chest.

Despite his injuries, Jarrod subdued Nicole easily.

Jarrod's voice, low and deep, said, "Nicole, let me enjoy myself, or we can go all the way. You choose."

Hearing Jarrod's words, Nicole clenched her jaw in frustration, her voice laced with venom, saying, “If you think I won't retaliate, then keep provoking me!"

Jarrod's amusement at her defiance was evident. Holding Nicole closer, he chuckled and said, "Babe, feel free to retaliate as you please."

Chills ran down Nicole's spine. Jarrod's madness was evident! Nicole was left speechless.

"You beast!" Nicole's arm tensed as she clenched her teeth and cursed.

Yet, Jarrod seemed unaffected, his tone deepening, and said, "I'm flattered."

After a moment, Nicole's hands were finally freed. Her palms felt scorched.

Tremors ran through Nicole, fingers numb, her lips pale from pressure.

Instinctively, she poked at his injury.

Jarrod hissed instantly. The erotic tension, which had just peaked, had yet to dissipate. The poke elicited a sensation that was both painful and pleasurable for him.

“Jarrod, you're repulsive!"