Chapter 13

“You really have an attitude sometimes, don't you?” My body jumps at the sound of Jackson's voice from behind me. I feel sick. He walks around, sitting opposite me, his eyes just stay looking at me, trying to assess me. Sitting, I wait. I want to see if he is going to tell me about the two women, but I don't think he will.

“Look, I am sorry for ringing and sounding like I am stalking you. You weren't home, and I was fine waiting for you, but Georgina said you always go straight home. Then she was rambling on about hoping someone had not found you, and she should call you; then it kept cutting out.” He is looking at me like he wants me to explain. Why would Georgina say that? Does she not realise it is my past and only mine to tell? I feel my eyes close briefly. Why has all this brought back everything from Max? All the thoughts, pain and emotions?

“Yes, okay, I was out of order demanding to know where you were. I am sorry. Something just makes me want