Flames of Betrayal

Valerie and Garrick walked down the mountain against the cool breeze.

Originally in good spirits, Garrick's words made her heart feel heavy.

Although she was his prisoner, Garrick had never once hurt her. On the contrary, he had treated her well. That realization made Valerie feel even worse about the impending betrayal she knew she had to make.

It was only then that Valerie learned how difficult