Chapter 36
Third Person
Annika had decided to reverse course in the eleventh hour, at the bottom of the ninth inning, backtracking on her initial stance and releasing all inhibitions to be with Leon. Unbeknownst to her, this decision would lead Annika to hit a home run, quite literally, and she was rewarded in unprecedented ways. She had finally experienced what it felt like to be genuinely taken care of by a man, and the seed of hope began putting down roots inside her heart. Annika knew what it felt like to be treated like a princess by her family, but it was her first time being worshipped like a queen by someone who recognized her worth.
After a passionate night filled with fiery hot lovemaking, Annika awoke from her deep slumber. She rubbed her eyes, only to find that she was all a
