“I have the feeling that I need to use the restroom . . .” I murmured those words to Zavier — I could mind-link with him, and he responded by nodding. I try to escape him, but he grabs my hand unexpectedly. I can physically feel the terror in my chest. I am starting to entertain the possibility that I am the woman they refer to over the phone, but I want to make sure. “Tell me,” Zavier stated with his deep voice. I don’t want it to appear to him that I am frightened. I didn’t move an inch, and all I wanted to do now was cry. If he finds out it is me, I will most likely die at his hands. “It’s possible that you’re currently gripping her skin. I was interested in seeing how you were going to remove her skin while I was watching because—” “Give me her full name. Put an end to your exc

