BRIDGET'S POV The luxurious room Alpha Eros had provided for us felt like a stark cold damp cell we were condemned to just hours ago. The softness of the bed and the warmth of the surroundings were unsettling, a reminder that freedom, in this case, came at a cost. I know that once Alpha Eros sees that we are of no value, he will have us discarded. I glanced at my father, Barret, who seemed to be lost in thought. The events unfolded rapidly, from the harsh judgment of isolation to this unexpected alliance with Alpha Eros. A man who had the power to alter our fates, and yet, his motives remained shrouded in mystery. I wished it was more than him asking for our help with Jada. As I settled into the plush chair, my mind raced with different types of emotions. Gratitude for the rescue clashe

