Chapter Four
Eric grabbed one of the steel-back chairs and slid it over beside the bed, lowering his large frame, all solid muscle, into the chair. He knew his size intimidated many, but he also knew he was many a woman’s fantasy, as he’d been propositioned more times than he could count. The last thing he wanted to do to Abby was appear threatening in any way. He leaned forward and inclined his head, staring at doe-like eyes that were bluer than some of the cleanest blue seas in the tropical south. “Abby, it’s time you tell me what happened.”
Her face instantly paled, and again she lowered her head. Her tiny hands fisted into the thin white blanket tossed across her lap.
“It’s okay, Abby. Whatever happened, you can tell me. Please trust me.” He reached out and slid his hand over hers u
