Zephan;
I have replayed this conversation in my head a thousand times. Along with it, I replayed that night.
The way Elián's scent hit me like a drug, the way reason shattered into shards of hunger, the way his eyes widened in fear… because of me.
How petrified he looked because of me. I've wanted to rip that memory from my chest ever since it happened, but I can't. Every time I look at him, I am reminded of the horrible thing I almost did to him.
Assault is a wicked thing and no one should be subjected to it. Not for any reason. Especially not because they're an Omega.
I could see the discomfort in his eyes when he looked at me during the welcoming ceremony. I haven't seen him in so long, and all I wanted to do was just… hold him. However, the look in his eyes told me that wouldn't be the best move.
Yet here I am, standing outside his chamber door, with my heart racing like a boy facing judgment.
Inside, I can hear light laughter. Elián and Alana are discussing something.
