Chapter 39: Forbidden Safety
-Glyndon Walton ( Song Of The Chapter: Needed Me, Instrumental by Rihanna)
I don’t even know how to describe what I’m feeling right now. The fact that I’m rooming with Katherine Andrews has my mind in complete chaos.
How was I supposed to expect this? Out of all the possibilities, this had to be the one.
And the strangest part? I didn’t even hate it. Sure, I could’ve swapped with another girl. I had the option, but something deep down refused to entertain the idea of someone else taking my place here in this room.
Why? Why do I even care who rooms with her?
Right after we entered the room, she leaned in close and whispered those words, my brain practically short-circuited.
Heat raced through my body, and my face felt like it was on fire. I couldn’t stand being so close to her, couldn’t stand the way she made me feel—so I ran.
I practically dove for one of the beds, not even caring which one, just trying to create some distance.
My hands trembled as I opened my suitcase, pulling out my things in a frenzy.
The bathroom was my only sanctuary, my only chance to escape the intensity of being near her.
I grabbed my pajamas and toiletries, rushed inside, and locked the door behind me.