Chapter 12

Author’s POV

They had to reach an agreement and keep copies of the signed documents for future reference, one each, after she reviewed them thoroughly and gave her consent.

"Like I said before, I have my conditions," Vera whispered as she sank into the warm bathwater laced with rose petals.

If she weren't in pain, she might have commented on how massive the bathroom was, almost the exact size of her bedroom and sitting room put together. It was becoming clearer now: this man was loaded. She couldn't help but suspect he was involved in something illegal. No one was this rich and that cautious without a reason.

Jackson crouched beside her, gently massaging her neck and shoulders, his touch careful, his tone remorseful.

"I'm so sorry, Vera," he murmured. "Look at what my fingers did to your delicate skin. I didn’t mean to hurt you again."

"It's pointless saying that now." Her eyes locked on his. "Tell me the truth. What real