The decision had been instantaneous, but it felt right. Rose thought of her dream that had been polluted with Johnny near the end. She wanted that nightmare eradicated by reality. Here in Seth’s arms, she felt safer than she’d felt in a long time.
When he vowed to keep her safe, she believed him.
His eyes darkened, his pupils expanding until there was barely any iris left. She ached for his kiss like she’d never ached for anything in her life. Although her nightmares and her memories were present, she could push them aside right now.
She wanted something good. Something bright and clean and lovely. She wanted to be wanted for herself for once.
“Kiss me,” she said again. She pressed her hand against his thumping heart, and she felt him inhale.
When she felt his c**k harden under her, s
