Chapter 375

All of a sudden, it felt like every cell in my body lit up, a desire spreading through me that I couldn't quite put into words...

This overwhelming feeling left me feeling a little ashamed, like I wasn't being a "good" girl.

I had never felt this with Jace. Even when we were together, undressed and close, it was just nerves. There was never this deep, raw hunger—this fire.

But with Hayden? It was like something had been unleashed inside me, something I didn't even know existed.

I couldn't wait any longer. I reached for his lips, but he pulled back, teasing me. Frustrated, I wrapped my arms around his neck, my voice a breathy whisper, "Hayden..."

My voice sounded desperate, needy, like someone I didn't even recognize.

I never sounded like this before. It shocked me, but I couldn't stop. This burning desire was too strong to ignore, and with Hayden, I didn't want to hold back. With him, I felt free to be exactly who I was, no pretending.

"Hayden..." I whispered again, kissing him