The Bride He Refused to Lose
A horrific crimson bloom blossomed across the pristine fabric of her chest as she collapsed limply into the frantic, trembling arms of the elderly Queen.
"Aurora..." the woman gasped, her voice barely a whisper. Her hand rose, fingers shaking as she reached out toward the water—toward Lorrie. Then, her strength failed, and her arm fell heavily to the stone.
Lorrie's body reacted before her mind could even process the horror. Stripping away all caution, she threw herself over the edge of the speedboat.
"LORRIE!"
Lorenzo dove into the lagoon after her without a second of hesitation. The icy, unforgiving water swallowed them both, shocking their systems as the currents swirled around them.