Epilogue
Stefano
“You can’t keep me a prisoner in here forever,” Corey protests from where I have her tied to the bed.
“Mmm, isn’t this how our relationship started?” I work the knot on the silk tie securing her open and scoop her up into my arms. I’ve kept her prisoner in our suite since she returned home from the hospital two days ago. The doctors said she needed to rest and let her wound recover fully before she begins any activity and she hasn’t received the green light yet.
“I am capable of walking,” she protests as I carry her into the living room and settle her on the couch.
“No more TV,” she groans. “I’m bored. You can’t leave me alone here any longer. I’m going nuts.”
“I’m not leaving you. Nico’s got things covered tonight. I’m staying in with you.”
Her stubborn expressi
