This time, the injection did not bring the excruciating pain that once made Amber wish for death.

Her chapped lips trembled, and tears streamed down her face as she gazed deeply into Remy's eyes. He, too, looked at her, his expression unreadable yet intense.

Between them, no words were needed.

"Damien... Thank you..."

Though her voice was barely audible, the weight of her words sank deep into Remy's heart. For once, he did not object to being called Damien.

The truth was, ever since Amber had been taken, an unbearable pressure had settled over him, making each breath feel like a punishment-every day since had been plagued by self-reproach and regret.

If he hadn't stopped her that night and let her go sooner, could she have avoided Sheryl? Could she have been spared the torture and humiliation?

"You should know that those who enter this place never leave. Most don't even make it out alive."

Remy's gaze was unwavering. Taking advantage of the surveillance blind spot, he placed his rough hands over hers for the first time, squeezing tightly.

"So, hold on a little longer. Give me time to find a way."

pounded, warmth seeping through the cracks of her despair. She closed her eyes

already been on the brink. More than once, she had considered biting her tongue just to end it

Her life meant little.

him to his senses and helping him recover his memories-mattered far more. A sharp, rhythmic clacking of heels echoed down the

Someone was coming fast.

It was Sheryl.

to his lips, signaling Amber to stay

grasped her collar and yanked it open, baring much of her body

door crashed

in the doorway, a storm of fury radiating from her. Two of her black-clad subordinates

rushed here after receiving word from her informant-Remy had

them red-handed. Lately, she had made too many mistakes. Justin hadn't said anything, but

could expose Remy, she could eliminate him once and for all-securing her

saw made

hell

above Amber's neck. Without moving, he shot Sheryl a sidelong glance.

long enough. Can't you tell? Why would you barge in now

part, sobbing softly beneath him as if drowning in

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