I held Olivia in my arms the entire way back to the villa. I became worried as her cold, pale skin became flushed and hot. I took her to the bedroom ordering the servants to prepare a warm bath for her. I quickly worked to remove her wet clothes and marveled at how slim and light her body was.

Has she always been so small? No, she was petite but her body had been strong and healthy, full of life the last time I was with her.

Once she was undressed, I lifted her and carefully ...