Madelyn nodded and made muffled sounds.

Just as Zach was about to untie her, someone knocked on the door.

"Come in."

The hotel manager entered the room with a basin filled with water and ice cubes.

"Mr. Jardin, try wiping the rashes with cold water. It may help alleviate her condition," he said.

"Thank you. I'll take that."

Zach took over the basin of ice water.

Even after Madelyn was untied, she did not dare to show her face to others.

'My face is completely swollen! I look hideous!' sh