~ NYSSA
I wasn't sure how long I stood in the alley, heart pounding as I tried to make sense of everything that happened.
The moment played over again in my head, his scent around me, the feel of his body against mine and his lips.
I lifted my hand subconsciously, hovering over the spot his lips touched mine. They were much softer than I'd imagined. His touch was exploratory, gentle even. I found it hard to believe that someone as cruel as he was could be capable of such gentleness.
My phone buzzed in my pocket, snapping me out of my thoughts.
My hands fell instantly, my cheeks burning bright, this time from embarrassment as I fished out my phone.
Aria's name flashed across my screen and I winced.
I gave her my number earlier. She told me to call if I needed her and to stay close.
I'd forgotten all about her the moment Rowan approached.
Clearing my throat, I swiped right. "Hello?"
