Chapter 65

Maverick returned three days later, but Heidi had spent those three days in utter bliss. She slept in until she naturally woke up, ordered takeout for lunch, and spent the afternoon shopping at the mall or getting a full treatment at the beauty salon. Maverick texted her each day, sometimes asking what she was doing, sometimes updating her on his schedule. Heidi's replies were perfunctory, usually no more than three words. On the third night, Heidi had just finished showering and was sitting on the bed applying body lotion when she heard the keypad lock click on the front door. She paused, glancing at the time. It was 11:30 pm. As agreed, she had been sleeping in the guest bedroom for the past few days, giving up the master bedroom. She had no desire to see him now, either. Heidi got up, walked to the bedroom door, and locked it from the inside. She could hear the sounds of a suitcase being wheeled across the living room floor. Moments later, she heard the master bedroom door open