Chapter 5

I dragged my suitcase into the rented truck and drove straight to the villa I'd leased.

The heat outside was already stifling.

As soon as I got to the villa, I hurried to turn on the AC.

I didn't feel alive again until the place finally cooled down.

Watching the temperature climb, I knew this was just the start.

Tomorrow, it was going to soar to a terrifying 122 degrees Fahrenheit.

The real heatwave was about to hit.

The villa was stocked with plenty of good food, so I made a steak for myself and poured a glass of red…