chapter 9. Escaping the Alpha's Hold

BELLE There was no way I was taking a shower like he wanted me to. Who knew how long I had before he would come looking for me? I dropped the blanket I’d been holding around me and then quickly went over to where my leggings and bra were lying on the floor and grabbed them. I went to the bathroom. First, I turned on the shower. It would give me more time if he thought I was doing as he told me. Next, I used the toilet—I hadn’t gone to the bathroom in a long time—and then I put on my bra and leggings. I looked at the bathroom door. Okay, time to get out of here. Leaving the shower on, I exited the bathroom and made my way over to the window. I hadn’t noticed before, but there was a balcony connected to the room. Convenient. Before going outside, I gazed at my luggage longingly. I wanted to bring it with me, but I couldn’t let it slow me down. I would have to send the police to come get it later, after I’d gotten out of here. I walked out onto the balcony. Wow. It was