Chapter Fourteen: Come Out And Play

CLAIRE's POV

I waited patiently for the door to open, not looking anywhere a camera could be in the room, I hoped that was as effective as any dismissal in the world of dismissals.

Almost tentatively, the door opened and a big, hulking figure walked in back first, as if trying to protect something from the swinging door.

I frowned but then he turned and a small smile graced my face for two reasons.

One, he had come in with a tray of food! I tried not to let my mouth water and my stomach grumble at the sight and scent that filled my senses. I tried not to think about the fact that I had not eaten anything for hours.

I clenched my hands tightly against my sides as I watched the enforcer set the tray beside my bed. It was all I could do not to jump on him and eat him plus the food; i was that hungry.

Instead, I watched him and my lips managed a small smile when he set the table and straightened to look at me.

He gave a small respectful bow and my grin grew wide.

I also smiled when I re