Chapter 42: CREED

She was in Law's house with his woman and her friends. I released the tortured breath I'd been holding until I got her in my sights. She was fine, still whole and smiling, no lingering sadness. Oh babygirl. I composed myself before stepping into the room.

I figured the one she was sitting next to was the one she'd known from before. They all piped down when I came inside looking guilty as hell and babygirl had a red fucking face. Uh-huh, up to no good no doubt.

I figured I owed her friend at least a thank you for what she'd done, and since my heart was beating normal again at the sight of my woman, I figured now was as good a time as any.

"You the one who gave Law the heads-up?" I stood in front of the amazingly beautiful woman who had a hold of my girl's hand. "Yes, I'm Illyana, I can't thank you enough for rescuing her."