Hannah's POV

　　I barely had time to process what had just happened. The police had subdued my kidnappers, and Christian had been by my side every step of the way.

　　Yet, as we drove towards the courthouse, the adrenaline still rushed through my veins. My mind raced, not only with thoughts of my near escape but also with the trial that was about to begin.

　　Christian sat beside me in the car, his face unreadable, jaw tight. He hadn't said much since ...