Chapter 15

Alyssa

Adam leaves after his father calls for the third time. It must be important. I can tell by the tone of his father's voice. Euphoria passes and I'm left alone with my thoughts again. I lie there thinking about everything we just shared. Why did he do that? What was that look in his eyes? Was it lust or something else? I am angry with myself for allowing this to happen. How could I let my guard down like that? This isn't normal. We aren't even friends.

I sit up in bed not wanting to dwell any longer. I stand up and walk toward the bathroom, grabbing some toilet paper to clean myself off. I take a shower washing away the evidence of our lovemaking. I dry my hair and dress quickly getting ready for bed. Tomorrow is going to be a long day.

After putting on pyjamas, I crawl underneath the covers hoping to fall asleep. However, my mind won't shut itself off. I toss and turn unable to find peace. I stare up at the ceiling wondering what tomorrow holds. Now everyone knows I don't have m