Chapter 97: Dare to Love

Hurt resonated in his heart more than his injured body as he shuffled to the elevator. But he had to see Megan, ensure that she was okay. The thought of the Tryn attacking her, harming her, made panic wrap a vice around his chest and he couldn't draw a deep enough breath.

Levx stopped at his apartment only long enough to throw on a T-shirt, jacket, and jeans and the gauze covering his injuries. While he dressed, he called her cell. Voicemail. Sh*t!

Each step stole his breath but he pressed on until he was outside. Should he try her apartment first or her job or the hospital? No telling where she'd be. Most women who had received a sizable sum in their bank account would have skipped work. He'd try her apartment first and call the hospital on his way.

He hailed a taxi, something he'd never done before, but he didn't trust himself to drive the way he felt like he might pass out.

"Where to?" the driver asked as Levx climbed inside.