STACEY’S POV:
I swallow hard, trying to mask the pain that surfaces as I watch Colt and Michelle entwined on the bed.
"I didn't mean to interrupt you, guys," I force the words out. "I only came here to see how Michelle is doing."
"Oh, I'm doing absolutely fine now," Michelle replies, her tone dripping with satisfaction.
She continues to stroke Colt's bare chest. Her eyes flicker with a triumphant gleam, knowing the power she holds in this moment.
Just before I turn to leave, Michelle's next words freeze me in place.
"Actually, Stacey, why don't you stay for a bit? I'd like to have a private chat." Michelle's smile is anything but friendly.
Colt stares at me apologetically, but says nothing. He only looks away as Michelle's grip on him tightens.
It’s fine - a mantra I’ve repeated s
