CHAPTER 64

Beep...

The sound echoed in Serena's ear, mirroring the rapid beating of her heart.

Just as the call teetered on the brink of voicemail, a voice answered.

"Hello?"

To Serena's surprise, it wasn't Declan on the other end. Frowning slightly, she inquired,

"Is this Cedric?"

"Yes, I am. You must be Ms. Mercer," Cedric deduced from her voice.

"Are you trying to reach Mr. Thornton? U