When Andrew had gone into the kitchen with Dalia, I cleaned up her dolls and began packing my belongings. Dalia was so excited to show Andrew the cake that I knew she wouldn't mind if I didn't say goodbye. Before getting up and walking to the front door, I double-checked that I had my phone and keys in my purse.

"Are you leaving so soon, kitten?" A rough voice said behind me.

In a crowd, I could hear his voice and only one person called me "kitten."

"Yes, bye." I said without looking at him.

"How did you know his pressure point?" Andrew asked as I was about to walk...