THIRTY SEVEN

RECAP

Back against his chest, Danielle let him wrap his arms around her, fondling her breasts intermittently and getting pinched every time. She enjoyed his odd personality and the fact that he could be somewhat wicked at times. Christian was incredible, and she never once regretted her time with him. As soon as she launched herself at Damien, she stopped worrying about his reaction; he became a medication she used to clear her mind and prevent her from drowning in guilt. But what was she to do in his absence? What hope did she have of ever seeing Damien again? Before going into the tub, she checked her phone and noticed that he had already left her a couple of messages.

Though she had broken his trust and loyalty in the name of doing what made her happy and what her heart demanded, she felt an overwhelming surge of sorrow and heartache that vanished the moment Christian hugged her and carried her into the toilet.