He Hurt Me, Now He Wants Me Back
We pass the flashing chaos of the Strip, then turn off toward a quieter stretch of coastline, where the lights dim and the ocean stretches endlessly.
The beach house appears like something out of a dream—whitewashed walls, wraparound porch, and the low, constant whisper of waves crashing nearby. It’s tucked away near the end of the strip.
I step out of the car and inhale the clean and salty air.
“I forgot what fresh air felt like,” I murmur, eyes closed.
Damien leads me inside, his hand warm on my lower back. The house smells like cedarwood and linen. The living room is cozy, with woven throws, oversized pillows, and floor-to-ceiling windows that give you the