Chapter 18

The instant Clifford's fist made contact with Magnus' face, the air in the room seemed to freeze. Clifford's knuckles were red, and he was breathing heavily. His eyes were filled with violent anger, the likes of which he had never displayed before. Magnus staggered back two steps, wiping blood from the corner of his mouth. Before he could retaliate, Lilibeth rushed forward and forcefully shoved Clifford away, successfully pushing him back a step. "Are you crazy?" she yelled at him. "What are you doing?" "Am I crazy?" he repeated with reddened eyes. "The question is, do you know what you're doing?" Lilibeth sneered. "Isn't it normal for lovers to make love to each other? This is my house, so if you're going to behave like a madman, get out!" Clifford's chest heaved violently. "What exactly do you want me to do before you're willing to go home with me?" he asked, pain lacing his voice for the first time in his life. Lilibeth looked straight into his eyes. "Do you still not underst