Chapter 69

• I couldn't bring myself to meet Crimson's gaze directly. He saved me, and I felt indebted to him. I nervously chewed on my lip before gathering the courage to look up and meet his intense stare. It almost felt like I was melting under his gaze as I mustered the words, "Thank you for saving me."
• "I was actually planning to speak with you about something when I came across you in need of help, and I acted on instinct," he explained.
• "Is this about the hotel?" I inquired, unable to think of any other reason why he would want to talk to me.