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Fabian leaned back in his chair, eyes fixed on Mercy.

Nothing else existed.

The night wore in and Mercy's sleep was fitful. Fabian just kept watching her breathe.

Finally, Mercy's eyes flickered open.

"Fabian?" she whispered.

"I'm here," he whispered back.

Mercy's eyes roamed his face.

".Loretta…?"

Fabian's eyes darkened. "You're safe now."

Mercy nodded, her eyes welling up as Fabian dragged her into a gentle embrace.

"I won't let anyone hurt you again."

Fabian's phone buzzed silently on the bedside table.

Sandra's name flashed on the screen.

Again he ignored it.

The door creaked open, and Mikel entered.

"Everything okay?" he asked quietly.

Fabian nodded,

Mercy pulled back, wiping her tears.

"I'm sorry. I'm just."

Fabian's fingers brushed her cheek.

"You don't have to apologize."

Mikel stepped forward. "Edward responded."

Fabian's gaze snapped to Mikel. "What did he say?"

Mikel's expression was grim.

"He'll get Loretta."

Fabian's jaw clenched.

"It's done, then." Mercy's eyes filled wi
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