Phoenix Love

from earlier was bandaged nicely, though it looked like she had torn a stitch when she moved like that. An IV drip was giving her fluids and painkille

able than she'd ever experienced, and a fireplace. An actual fireplace. In a bedroom! A small laugh escaped her lips. She was pretty sure she

of the dresser below a huge window. Gently pulling the IV out, she made her way to the dresser slowly, testing her body. It was a fiery pain, makin

bra. Which she wasn't wearing. At least the bandage had covered her whole upper torso. She shoved her bra and shirt into the

he could decide what to do. Below the window was a large driveway, gardens and a tall privacy fence. This was some sort of estat

door. Slowly, she turned the nob and pushed it open a tiny bit, looking for anyone in the hallway. When she didn't see

If she hadn't been in a lot of pain, she would have gawked at the corridor. The floors were marble, with marble pedestals lining the walls

rner, she heard voices. She froze, heart in her throat. Looking around desperately for somewhere to hide, Raina pulled on a door and luckily, it was unlocked. The voices wer

It was bigger than she thought was necessary. There were cabinets lining the walls, with glass fronts, showing the multitude of towels and sheets. Cleanin

what they were saying. The other man's voice sounded calm, though, and that made Raina nervous. Her heart beat was pounding in her ears. Whe

iding into the room, back to her, scanning the shelves. With three quick strides, Raina was behind him. Pu

to his ear. "One wrong choi

cursed in her head. I can't pass out no

aughing! It was a quiet chuckle at first, a low rumble, deep in his throat. The sound evolved into full laughter, his body shaking. Raina cu

edges of her vision blur. She could still see well enough to see

skinned, with broad shoulders and a regal sort of confidence. The white suit was impeccable, a gold tie and cuff links matching his striking golden eyes. His hair was short, cropped and black. She'd never seen someone as beautifu

een fighting to control was rising up her throat. There was no way out. No windows, men by the door, and this crazy per

d thought we made a good one, considering our doctors were nursing you back to health." His vo

nt?" She wobbled, gripping the knife tig

e doctor said you'd probably be awake by now. I never expected to find you hiding in a closet, t

fe falling to the floor. He was beside her in an instant, catching her in his arms. She gasp

any effort, and started back towards the room she h

al?" Her voice came out in

od were easy to see." Her face felt hot, she could see the

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