Colt felt a strange sensation stir within him as he listened to Wendy's words.
Seeing her vulnerable expression, he couldn't help but remember the young girl she used to be, the one who had once awakened something inside him.
He sighed softly, a rare, gentle smile appearing on his face. "Of course not. Don't worry about it."
*****
Back at the villa, Regina sat alone in the room.
Despite her exhaustion and the lingering soreness in her body, she forced herself to stay alert. She had no idea where Colt had gone or when he'd be back.
If she fell asleep now, she'd miss her chance to escape. This was the best opportunity, but she had to figure out how to get out.
The room was securely locked.
As she thought about it, her eyes drifted to the large floor-to-ceiling windows.
Beyond the gl
