Chapter 36: I’m Glad It’s You
Rain was crying, her face a mix of embarrassment and desperation. She felt exposed and vulnerable, and the shame of the whole situation was overwhelming.
"I’m here to help you," Alexander reassured her as he stepped closer, keeping a respectful distance away from her. "I believe your ex-boyfriend drugged you. Fortunately, I was there in time to get you away from him when you lost consciousness."
He then took a deep breath, his eyes flickering away from her naked form as he explained, "Dr. Lambert already injected you with an antidote. However, it will take six hours for the Erotoxin in your system to be completely eradicated. During that time, you’ll still experience the drug’s effects."
Without warning, Alexander quickly turned on the faucet, filling the bathtub with cold water. "Come here and sink your body into the cold water," he gently instructed. "Don’t worry, I’ll stay to help you if you need it, but I’ll make sure I won’t—uhm—do anything-."
His voice trailed off, clearly frustrated and flustered. He was cursing under his breath, and Rain couldn’t help but see his anxiety mirroring her own. She felt a strange mix of relief and discomfort, knowing that he was trying to protect her despite feeling so exposed.
With trembling legs, she stepped into the bathtub and sank herself into the cold water. The shock of the temperature made her gasp, but it helped clear her mind a little. Sinking into the water, she wrapped her arms around herself, trying to hide her nakedness. However, the drug made her feel an unbearable heat, one that came with an inexplicable urge to be seen.
Meanwhile, Alexander sat by the edge of the tub, careful to keep his eyes averted. "Just stay in the water," he softly added. "I’ll be right here. You’re safe."
Rain bit her lip as tears streamed down her face. Her body craved contact, warmth, anything to soothe the fire burning inside her.
"I’m so embarrassed," she whispered, her voice cracking under the stress.