Chapter 16  The realization shocked Eugene deeply.  He looked as if he was about to go insane as he bellowed, “Where’s Jacklyn? Why is she not in the room?”  “I…

“Well…” Ramon hesitated, an expression of difficulty crossing his face.  “Don’t worry. Just tell me how to fix this, and I’ll pay whatever it takes,” Eugene said solemnly.  People would…

Chapter 14  After settling Penelope down, Eugene couldn’t shake the thought of Jacklyn from his mind. He was worried something might happen to her since she was alone in the…

Chapter 13  98.6°F was a totally normal body temperature.  As Eugene thought about how Penelope was just chatting with Rebecca like nothing had happened, his face darkened. “Stop making trouble…

Chapter 12  “I told you. If you ever need anything, you can always come to me,” Liam said.  As Jacklyn looked up at him, her eyes were filled with gratide….

Chapter 11  Liam frowned upon hearing Jacklyn’s words.  Why was her stomach aching after falling into the water?  Without hesitating, he picked Jacklyn up and rushed her to the hospital. …

Chapter 10  +25 BONUS  Eugene froze for a moment before quickly saying, “Jackie, m just worried about your safety-”  Before he could finish, Jacklyn pulled herself free and cut him…

Eugene said, “Jackie, I’ve made a lot of mistakes these past three years. But you’ve always been patient and forgiving. I can’t thank you enough for that.   “I know…

Eugene glanced at Penelope and quickly pulled the necklace back. “This is a gift for Jackie. Don’t even think about it.”   As he handed the necklace to the saleswoman…

The maid, unable to watch this any longer, stepped in to offer a gentle reminder.  “Mr. Lloyd, Mrs. Lloyd is upset because you weren’t home on your wedding anniversary. She…