“Because you suddenly disappeared. I was ready to—” He stopped himself and shook his head. “Forget it. The past only brings pain.” She nodded. Then he stood up, letting the sheet fall, revealing his completely naked body before walking toward the bathroom. “Damn it,” she muttered under her breath. She had slept beside a naked man without knowing. When Blake returned from school, he rushed to her and hugged her warmly. Damon had tied her wrist again after she bathed and ate. Strangely, she didn’t completely hate it. Maybe because it meant she was staying. “How was school?” she asked. “It was okay. Even if you weren’t there, I knew you were here… waiting. You can’t escape.” She frowned at the belt. “Do you think I can escape like this?” Blake smiled sweetly. “We’re just making sur

