Chapter 76: Long Live

Delaney

With a racing heart, I make it outside.

For some reason, I look over my shoulder to ensure that Alec isn't right behind me. He isn't, and I sigh in relief.

I stand in the dark and watch as people run up and down the cramped passageway. If I walk out now, it might be suspicious, and they can't find Alec. Not a chance.

I don't know where this protectiveness over him came from, but now that it's here, there's no turning back. Something between us has changed, and we will never go back to what we were. My legs are still shaking from the pleasure he's given me, and I can taste myself in my mouth. My head is spinning, so much that I grab the wall of the house to stand upright.

I take a few steps, and focus on breathing.

They continue to rush past me with torches in their hands. I feel bad for giving them so much trouble, but I have to be mindful and careful, and not make anyone suspicious about where I truly was. I'd told Pollux that I was going to the bathroom, but I probably