CHAPTER TWENTY

Ethan’s POV

As we got closer, the sound of the voices became clearer, and I could hear Scarlett's voice. My heart leaped with joy and I signaled my men to be quiet and to follow me. We approached stealthily, our weapons drawn, and we peeked over the large rock separating us from the source of the sound.

Lo and behold, it was Scarlett and another woman by her side, talking softly amongst themselves. Scarlett's back was turned to us, and I knew this was my chance to capture her once and for all. I gave my men a signal, and we charged towards them, catching them off guard.

"Scarlett," I exclaimed, "you are finally mine!"

Scarlett spun around to face us, surprise etched on her face. I could tell she was caught off guard, but she quickly composed herself and said, "Ethan, how did you find me?"

gave her a wicked grin, "Oh, my dear, I have my ways." I gestured towards my men and said, "But enough talk, it's time for us to leave."

Scarlett's companion, who I now noticed, shivered in fear and