¿Tuvimos un hijo

Shirley felt Zacharias’ lips brushing her forehead. His scent smelled nice, and it filled her with a sense of security. She even felt sleepy.

Meanwhile, in the other car, Imogen replayed the entire failed plan in her mind, convinced she hadn’t shown any vulnerabilities. The only uncertainty was whether the kidnappers betrayed her. She believed they wouldn’t, as it served no purpose and would expose her as part of their group.

Once back at the hotel, Zacharias took Shirley back to the room. In the consistently warm space, Shirley removed her jacket. Then, a hushed voice broke the silence, saying, “Take them all off.”

She froze for a few moments, and she turned around. “Why?”

“I want to check your wounds,” he said seriously. His eyes were clear of any desire. Uncomfortable with the idea of undressing in front of him, Shirley shook her head. “It’s okay. I’ll check them myself in my room.”

Insistent, Zacharias declared, “I want to do it. What, are you still embarrassed?”

took off her shirt, and only a black bra remained. Her voluptuous chest was revealed to his eyes. He was stunned.

the wounds closely, Mr.

his eyes and checked all the way from Shirley’s chest to her back. He saw four bruises, and he pushed down on one

she would show her weakness for some reason. She

leg hurt

deal with the wounds on my

I’ll rub some oil over the

she went for a bath, he made a call. “I

about it,” Freddie said. Concerned,

“She is,” Zacharias answered.

he didn’t want Zacharias to misconstrue any romantic

knocked on Roy’s door. She came into

see her. “What is

Let me help you,” she said. She wanted to