BACK AT THE HOTEL Georgia’s phone buzzed. She jumped, nearly knocking the glass off the table but Lucian caught it before it fell. “It’s him,” she said, staring at the screen. “It’s Damien.” Lucian nodded. “Answer it.” She put the call on speaker. “Damien?” His voice was breathless and rushed. “I found her.” Georgia shot to her feet. “Where is she? Is she okay?” “I...I’m at Westview Hospital,” he said, his voice cracking. “She was brought in a few minutes ago. She’s bleeding, Georgia. A lot. She’s unconscious.” Georgia’s hand flew to her mouth. Lucian stood too. His face tightened. “Oh my God,” she breathed. “What happened?” “I don’t know. I don’t know what happened,” Damien said. “She’s in emergency. I’m outside. Waiting.” Lucian reached for Georgia’s hand, steadying her. “We’

