Laura Sterling
“I’m scared, Aaron,” I had whispered before sleep claimed me.
But fear was the only thing keeping me alive now.
I woke up sometime in the middle of the night, my body drenched in cold sweat. My heart was pounding so hard it hurt.
The room was dark, and for a few terrifying seconds, I didn’t know where I was.
Then it all came rushing back.... Aaron carrying me, his gentle touches, those dangerous words about stealing my heart.
I hated how my body still reacted to the memory. My breath came faster, my cheeks warmed even now.
But that was just messed up chemistry. Nothing more. I refused to be dragged into the Cole name again.
Derick had already destroyed me. I wouldn’t let his brother finish the job.
My legs felt even heavier tonight, the numbness spreading like t
