The BondWhen I woke, I lay under the covers, my hair loosened and combed out, my slippers and stockings laid neatly on the chair. I rose to find the doors locked and the room straightened.
Tony was gone.
I sat in a chair by my tea-table, grief overwhelming me. After everything I’d done to him, Tony still loved me. Passionately, tenderly he loved me.
I couldn’t bear it. I couldn’t face it. I didn’t understand it.
And yet again, I sat alone.
A note lay upon the table:
Jacqui,
I didn’t come here intending to seduce you. I have never felt happier than when we were together today, yet now I feel I have caused you pain. Please forgive me if that is the case. I love you beyond all bearing, but if you say the word I will never return here again.
I want to help in any way I can to find Jona
