~ Isabella’s POV

As I woke up, I felt a strange mix of relief and disbelief. My surroundings were warm and comforting, far from the harshness of the life I’d been running from. The food before me was more than just nourishment; it was a sign of kindness and care that I hadn’t experienced in so long. I couldn’t help but stuff my mouth, savoring every bite as if it were a treasure.

The man who had saved me was still there, watching me with a soft, concerned expression. I glanced up from my plate, feeling a strange sense of comfort in his presence. I wasn’t ready to leave this...