Spotting Bennett stepping out, with Claudia cradled in his arms, the driver promptly swung open the rear car door for them.

Elmo pushed the wheelchair out of the villa after Claudia settled down on the plush seat inside the car.

The driver stashed the wheelchair in the trunk before returning to the driver's seat, ready for Bennett's instructions.

The moment the car door shut, the delicate, masculine aroma from Bennett filled the enclosed space.

“To the hotel.” As the car rumbled into a start, Claudia found herself lost in the world outside the window. It took her quite some time before she managed to tear her gaze away.