chapter 48

Chris had been searching for Sharon, who had been kidnapped by Sammie on the orders of Veronica. His search had led him to Texas, where he found out that Veronica was hiding out.

Determined to find Sharon, Chris decided to play along with Veronica's game. He pretended to accept her back into his life and they made out.

Chris was sitting in a hotel room in Texas, feeling conflicted. Veronica was lying next to him, wrapped in his arms, but his thoughts were consumed by Sharon. He couldn't stop thinking about her and the guilt he felt for betraying her.

As he lay there, lost in his thoughts, Veronica stirred and looked up at him. "What's wrong, Chris?" she asked, sensing his unease.

Chris hesitated for a moment before responding. "I don't know, Veronica. I just can't stop thinking about Sharon. It feels wrong to be here with you when she's out there somewhere, alone and scared."

Veronica's face darkened at the mention of Sharon's name. "Why do you keep bringing her up?" she snapped. "I