Claire

The feeling of surprise and fear sucked the voice from her throat, making it hard to breathe. Whoever slung her over their shoulder was most likely male due to the ease and the broadness of his shoulders.

When he took the first step, Claire's voice returned, and she screamed at the top of her lungs. Swinging her limbs wildly, she caught the post of Axel's bed with her hand and jerked them both back.

"Help!" she screamed, praying Axel could hear her plea, or feel ...