Chapter 61

• Nicole slowly opened her eyes, the morning light streaming in through the window and illuminating the room. She lay in bed for a moment, her mind foggy from the events of the previous night. But as she stirred, memories began to flood back, and she was hit with a wave of emotions.
• She remembered the bitter words Gage had spoken, the way he had cut her down and made her feel worthless.
• But she also remembered Jack's confession, the way he had looked at her with such sincerity and affection. She remembered the way he had made her feel, like she was special and worthy of love.