Book 5: Maddox’s Betrayal

Iris stirred, but she couldn’t open her eyes yet. Her body trembled from exhaustion. The trauma she had experienced had a strong effect on her nerves. Added to that were Maddox’s accusations. Didn’t he care if she lived or died? 

A gentle touch on her forehead soothed her jumpy nerves. She felt a kiss on her forehead. “I love you, Iris!” he whispered, brushing his lips to her soft skin. 

It caused a tremor to go through her body. “Maddox, I love you...” she murmured in her semi-conscious state. 

She didn’t want to wake up from this dream! At least Maddox was there with her. He wasn’t his angry self this time. He was caring, loving and gentle – the way he was when they had made love. She missed him so much! 

“I know, sweetheart. I’m sorry for not being there for you, for misunderstanding you, and for hurting you. Can you forgive me?” His voice was soft, genuinely apologetic, while his touch was soothing. His fingers stroked the hair off her face.&