Chapter 84

Laura POV

A noise I never knew I could make escapes my throat. My spine straightens at the same time my neck snaps in a fashion that makes my eyes water and a scream erupt into the room.

The chains from my wrist burst open as my arms bend and crack in positions I had no idea was possible.

The deep-rooted pain in my veins is almost unbearable. I can’t see. I can’t breathe.

My throat aches from how loud I screech as my body warps and moves, and I’m left trying to catch up because my head is reeling.

My ears prick, and I hear, “Oh my Goddess.” It’s sharp against my eardrums. The vibrations make me wince at the heightened sensation.

I tilt my gaze down, and I’m met with paper-white paws. My eyes widen in fear and surprise. No. I must be dead. For real this time. I must be.

“Holy shit,” Pike’s voice is so loud I almost cower.

I raise my head in the air to find my back bending in an arch. My senses intensify; I can smell everything.

The body odor from Pike’s damp armpit stains, the swee