Chapter 114

The doorbell to the hotel rang as she and Creighton lounged comfortably on the bed a short while later, embraced in each other’s arms. A soft frightened screech from Aryana made Creighton draw a deep sigh, standing up off the bed. Sandra knew that things were about to heat up and looked to Creighton who stood beside her.

“Are you coming?” he asked her quietly, slipping back into his pants, pulling his shirt back across his torso.

“I think it would probably be best if you dealt with him on your own,” she said. “You know him, you know what he’s capable of and you can gauge his reactions better if you aren’t distracted. I’ll just stay up here unless you need me.” Creighton drew a deep breath as the bell rang again.

“Probably be best to stay out of the thick of things. I’ll call you if I need you.” He quickly kissed Sandra’s dry lips and walked out of the room, barefoot, leaving the door a jar.

The bell rang a third time and Sandra drew a steady breath, reaching for her clothes. She slipp