Secret Vows, Shattered Dreams: The Stand-In Wife

Winter in Riverdale, 2 AM.

In her drowsy state, Aria Summer felt a chill creep in. Just as she was about to pull the blanket tighter, it was suddenly yanked away.

The bitter winter wind whipped through the air as strong, slender fingers tore at Aria's nightgown. Lips reeking of alcohol frantically sucked at every inch of her pale skin.

Aria squeezed her eyes shut against the searing pain below. She forced herself to enjoy this almost violent coupling, for it was her only chance to be intimate with Lucas Stark.

With a click, the flame of a lighter briefly illuminated the darkness.