The Price of Freedom

Gemma could tell from Gideon's expression that he had something on his mind.

But instead of speaking, he entered the bedroom, shot her a fleeting glance, and strode straight to the bathroom.

The sound of running water filled the room, sharp and insistent, drowning out her thoughts. Gemma's hands tightened around her book, but the words blurred.

With a frustrated sigh, she closed her laptop, stacke