176. Not anymore

Michael's POV -

I stand there, my heart heavy with guilt and remorse, unable to utter a word in my defense. I'm the one who's guilty here, the one who pushed Abigail to the brink of despair. But now, with whatever love remains in my shattered heart, I have to try to heal her wounds. First, though, I need to rescue her from this living hell.

Stepping out of Abigail's room, I find the driver waiting in the living area. His expression tells me everything I need to know - he hasn't been successful in finding the contract paper yet. My jaw clenches, and I feel my fists tighten at my sides. Failure is not an option; I need that paper to set Abigail free.

I ask the driver about the location of William's study, and he leads the way. The room is a chaotic mess, the aftermath of our desperate search. I frantically search every nook and cranny until my eyes land on a locked drawer. The driver informs me that only William knows the code to unlock it.

Rage simmers within me, and I draw my pistol fr