Chapter 54 Use Your Mouth First

William drew a steadying breath, then kicked Lewis aside. A sharp crack rang out. Lewis shot up in pain, convinced one of his ribs had snapped. But he didn't dare make a sound. With William's attention shifted to Jeanette, he scrambled out of the room. William shot him a glare and let him go. He'd deal with Lewis later. Anyone who put a hand on Jeanette would pay with his life. William turned and looked at Jeanette. The drug had taken a heavy toll on her. She'd chewed her lip until it bled. He frowned, scooped her up, and said, "I'm taking you to the hospital." His body warmth only fed the drug raging through her. The heat flared again, and she wrapped her arms around his neck, dragging his mouth down to hers in a clumsy, desperate kiss. William went rigid. The fevered pull of her lips knocked his focus sideways. He turned his head and said, "Jeanette, stay with me. We're going to the hospital." He tightened his hold as he lengthened his stride. She didn't hear a thing. The dru