Caroline swallowed back the tears burning in her eyes. She had no intention of shedding another one over Julian. Forcing a smile, she gently pushed Titus away.

"Titus, I understand. Thank you."

Turning quickly, she walked into the gated villa community, her head swimming with a heavy fog she couldn’t shake.

The moment she stepped inside and reached for the wall switch, a shiver raced down her spine. She wasn’t alone.

Faint light seeped ...