Page 73 of Caged Hunger

The rose is a reminder of how unique and special you are, a beauty that cannot be contained or rivaled by any other.

The chocolates are for you to enjoy. A reminder of all the sweet and delicious times we’ve shared together. No one can take those memories away from us.

And this card? Well, this is a reminder of what happens when you ignore my warnings and continue to fuck that piece of shit criminal!

I warned you! I told you that there would be consequences.

Well, now you have set the wheels of fate in motion.

I can’t be held responsible for what comes next.

Just know that I will always love you, and one way or another, you and I will be together.

Good luck, and let the fun begin!

—Your Love Always,

You&I4Eva

“Cam?” Basher’s voice shouted through the phone, pulling Cameron out of his panic-induced stupor.

He couldn’t breathe.

He couldn’t focus.

Basher’s voice on the phone kept shouting, demanding that he respond and tell him what was going on.

He needed to breathe.

But the guy was here! At his place!

Or he had someone deliver the package.

He didn’t know.

He didn’t…

As he tried his hardest to focus, the sound of Basher’s voice in his ear got louder—closer and more distinct.

His panic was starting to subside.

Cameron closed his eyes, trying to catch his bearings.

“Ye-yeah, I’m here.”

“What’s going on? Did someone send you something? Don’t open it!” Basher said quickly, all in a panic.

“Too late. I already opened it and read the threatening card.”

“He threatened you? Don’t move. I’ll be right over! Stay on the line in case something happens.” Then there was a pause.

"Bash?" Cameron asked, suddenly all too aware that Basher was suddenly quiet on the phone.

“Are you sure you’re alone in the apartment?” Basher’s voice was bone-chillingly calm.

Cameron’s eyes went wide, and his breath caught in his chest.

He hadn’t even thought about that.