Madelyn repeated, "Thank you."

As Madelyn approached, the bodyguard who had been blocking Mya stepped aside. Mya eagerly embraced Madelyn, causing her to stagger. She pressed her face against Madelyn's shoulder, sobbing loudly.

"You were gone for so long, and you didn't even contact me. Did you know I almost died?" Mya asked, her voice serious.

Madelyn's gaze landed on the dark bruises on Mya's neck and back. Blake had filled her in. "I'm so sorry, Mya," Madelyn whispered, her voice laden wit