C13

Yet Blake remained quiet for several minutes because he knew that they were running out of time. "Now listen carefully," he warned in an urgent tone while gripping her shoulders tightly. "I want you to pack whatever clothes and personal items you think you'll need for our upcoming trip..."

Madison gasped in shock when Blake suddenly released her, then stared at him in astonishment. "What happened? You're starting to sound like my mother," she accused sarcastically, referring to the fact that he was acting like an impatient adult lecturing a young child.

"Yes, I am," he confirmed calmly before adding, "But you don't have any choice in the matter."