I didn’t know.” “Shut up Ray. She can’t hear you. Did you call the number I told you to? “Yeah, they’re on their way. This is all my fault.” “You shoulda known something was wrong when you saw my open door. I never leave it unlocked.” Luke's voice cracked under the stress of his emotions. “I didn’t think, Luke. Rory’s car was in the lot out my window and I figured if she was here, you know… things would be okay.” “They were okay until you busted in. Hurry up with the tape. You sure she’s breathing?” “She’s breathing, just out cold. That asshole really whacked her a good one. My shoulder's still stinging where he threw me back against the doorjamb. It could be dislocated.” “Quit your fucking whining. You gave him the opportunity he needed to get away. She had him. Jesus man, get me loose." Aurora heard the squabbling, but it sounded as if it came from a long distance, like maybe the next county. Her head hurt so bad that the thought of pain pills turned her on more than a chocolate sundae smothered with whipped cream— her all-time favourite treat. Talking was out of the question yet, so she moaned her request for quiet.
