Chapter 216

I was left in the cabin while they went back to the search. Much like a disobedient puppy, I was tethered in the main room by a cord around my neck. While the other family was present Damien firmly informed me I could not break or chew through the line. They were taking all the sharp objects with them. After the second family left, my men kissed me and promised to return at midday to tend to me.

It was the first time in a long time I wasn’t busy. I tried to sleep, but soon realized I was wide awake staring out the tiny window. My mind drifted to Hannah and I wondered what she was doing today.

It wasn’t long before my thoughts turned tearful and I realized how much I missed her. She was so full of wit and spunk, I was sure she’d do fine. How I wished I had been able to offer her more in the way of help.

The men had left me a blanket from the bed to wrap myself in. I lay on a chaise curled into a ball and sobbing. It was the first time since Hannah had left I’d had t