She jumped out of bed, her head suddenly throbbing as if pierced by something sharp, fragments of memory flashing by so quickly she couldn't catch them before they disappeared. She steadied herself, looking at her reflection in the mirror with confusion. Have I been too tired lately? Why does my head feel a bit dizzy? Whatever, I'll go to the hospital for a check-up tomorrow.
Aurelia Shaw was taking a shower, the crisp sound of water not reaching her ears. Suddenly, a hand wrapped around her waist, pressing her against a hot chest. The man's warm breath brushed past her ear, his voice hoarse and tinged with danger: "Aurelia..."
"Mason, you..." Her whole body tensed abruptly,
"Mm..." The unspoken words changed tone, her legs grew weak, and only his support kept her from collapsing. He bit her ear, "Useless, hmm?"
He was deliberately getting back at her!
