Chapter 62

As I opened my eyes, I gasped for air, my heart racing. The nightmare had felt so real, like it was happening right in front of me.

I turned to my side to seek comfort and warmth from Lucas but the bed next to me was cold and empty.

Where he could have gone? I sat up with a frown crumpling my temples and I scanned the room for any clues. That's when I heard a soft rustle coming from the balcony.

I got out of bed, shivering as the cold floor seeped through my bare feet.

As I stepped out onto the balcony, the crisp night air hit me, causing me to shiver.

I wrapped my robe tighter around me and looked out into the darkness. My heart was still racing from the nightmare that had woken me up.

I could smell the scent of the cigarette lingerie in the air, something that was very unfamiliar to me. The cold air was cutting through my robe and I hugged myself tightly.

"Lucas." I murmured after finding him standing near the rails. "What's wrong?" I asked him, with a hint of concern in my voi