Chapter 94

Even though Nina was on a deserted island, she couldn't shake her unease. She kept feeling like Shane could appear before her at any second. Perhaps it was the shadow of her past failed escape attempts still looming over her. Whatever the reason, she was desperate to leave immediately. After discussing her plan with the two sailors, they agreed to make the necessary arrangements. But just as Nina stood up, her face suddenly turned pale. She let out a pained cry and clutched her abdomen as she sank to the ground. "What's wrong?" one of Lisette's men asked. One of Lisette's men, the more scholarly-looking of the two, stepped forward. His voice was tinged with concern. Nina forced a sheepish smile and admitted, "I'm pregnant. Ever since I fell into the water earlier, I've been in pain." She paused and continued, "It's going to be okay. We'll—" "Ms. Abbott, I'm sorry," the man interrupted her. Then, he spoke in a calm and reassuring tone. "I'm actually a doctor, and Ms. Jones sent m