TRESPASSED

(CLOE'S POV)

I definitely turned red, flushed after finding myself on Val's lap. He looks shocked, but he's smiling, looks even elated that the situation goes well in his favor.

I abruptly stand up and mutter, "sorry," as I go straight to my room without looking back at him. I lock the door and leans towards it, taking out a deep breath while I shake my head. That few seconds of the unintended awkward situation skips my heart a bit. 'Shit, did I start to fall on Val's trap?' I open my closet to look back at the photograph of Ziggy and me. I can't help but smile, and behind my thoughts, my consciousness is saying. 'No, I should not be thinking of someone else. What I have now with Ziggy is perfect enough for me. He is the only man I can think of to be with in my lifetime. I take the picture with me as I lay on my bed, putting it beside my pillow before turning off the light and sleep.