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32. Boiling temptation

Author: Rich
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-07-27 20:11:05

Max’s POV

The weight of Lana in my arms felt heavier than it should have. Not physically because she was light and in fact nearly boneless in my grip but emotionally. Her body radiated heat through my shirt, branding me, like something inside her was trying to claw its way out.

I moved fast, not running, but just shy of it. Sophie trailed after me, murmuring questions I didn’t have the energy or answers for.

“Is she okay? What’s wrong with her? What’s happening?”

“Quiet,” I said in a low and controlled tone.

She immediately shut up. Smart girl.

By the time we reached my car, Lana’s breathing had turned shallow, like she was drowning in the air itself. Her skin glistened, slick with sweat, her neck exposed as her head rolled against my shoulder.

She murmured something.

I paused, holding her tighter.

“Again,” I said softly.

“…hurts,” she breathed. “Hot. Everything… hurts.”

I said nothing. Just adjusted her, buckled her in, and slammed the door.

My apartment wasn’t that far away thankful
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