Chapter 38 Louisa's POV When Darren walked back into the room, I noticed that his face was swollen and bruised. He kneeled down and tried to untie me, but he failed. I could see that he was exhausted. "What has he done to you? Has he beaten you?" I asked. He didn't say a word, still trying to untie me. "Darren..." "Lisa, could you please..." he interrupted me, "Just don't say anything, please." He looked so pale. His hair was a mess. His pants were torn. He was shaking like a leaf. I zipped up my mouth immediately. My heart was bleeding. I wished I could hold him, but my hands were tied. Tears dropped down my cheeks like rivers. I just couldn't hold them back. "I'm sorry, Lisa. I shouldn't have talked to you like that. I know you're w