Chapter 125

Serena POV

I sat on the small bed, my arms wrapped around my knees as I stared at the empty tray on the floor. I had eaten the food this time, even though it made me sick to my stomach.

I hated the thought of letting Murphy win, but I also knew I couldn’t starve myself. If I did, I’d only get weaker, and I needed every bit of strength I could hold onto.

The room was silent except for my breathing. I rubbed my hands together and closed my eyes, trying to picture Myles. I imagined his strong arms, his stubborn eyes, the way he always looked at me like nothing in the world could break him.

“He’ll come,” I whispered to myself. “He has to come. He’s not going to let them keep me here.”

I was still lost in that thought when the lock clicked. My body stiffened, and I looked up. The door swung open, and Murphy stepped inside. He had that sarcastic smile on his face, the kind that made my skin crawl.

“Well, well,” he said, his voice smooth but mocki