#Chapter 224: Disappeared

Bethany, in shock over what she was hearing, emitted a tiny gasp. Though she covered her mouth in an instant, it was unfortunately enough of a sound to draw the attention of Gladys and the butler in the kitchen. “What was that?” the butler says, just as Gladys calls out, “Who’s there?” Bethany, realizing she’s been caught, turns and scurries away, hoping to hide before the pair can step out into the hallway. Knowing she only has a few brief moments, she hurries – but when she turns the corner in her haste, without looking where she’s going, she runs directly into a hard male chest. A pair of arms steady her. “Bethany?” Looking up, Bethany stares straight into Cameron’s worried eyes. “What are you doing here?” “Stop her!” the butler calls out from behind her. “I have to go,” she says and tries to sidestep around Cameron, but his hands are like shackles on her arms, keeping her from wandering too far in any direction. She’s trapped, his prisoner. “Cam, please.” Camero