Maya’s POV
“Her,” I whispered, my voice trembling. “The woman I told you about… part of Isla’s crew.
That unfamiliar face, it’s her.”
Maddox glanced at her, then back at me, his brows drawn tight.
“Kitten, it’s just your head. You’re exhausted. That’s a nurse.”
“Lower your voice,” I hissed, gripping his arm.
“She can’t hear us,” he murmured. “She’s got an AirPod in. If she were one of them, her body language wouldn’t be this relaxed. She seems… normal.”
“That’s because she’s pretending,” I shot back. “She’s careful, looking around without making it obvious.”
“Kitten, please.” He pulled me against his chest. “Just rest your head here.”
“You think I’m lying?” My voice cracked.
“Not at all,” he said softly, brushing his thumb against my arm. “I just want you safe.”
I fell quiet, th
