*Shelby*

"Mrs. Astor," he said as I heard a door shutting, more men filing in around Mr. Cavalier. "I suspect you have numerous questions about why you’re here, and what might happen next."

I eyed him warily but nodded, unable to speak due to the gag in my mouth.

He sighed deeply, raking a hand through his graying hair. "I was afraid this course of action would be necessary, but–drastic measures, as they say."

My brow furrowed ...