After class ended the next day, I found myself blocked from leaving the room by Alyx’s tall frame. He had a smile on his face, but it seemed forced. “Hey, can we talk?” he asked. A sinking feeling settled in my stomach. The last thing I wanted to do was talk to him. I couldn’t stop feeling his hands all over me, and how he wouldn’t let go, no matter how hard I resisted. The thought of what might have happened if Matt hadn’t shown up made me feel sick. “I have nothing to say,” I muttered, stepping around him. His brow furrowed, but he didn’t try to stop me. He just paused for a moment, then hurried to catch up with me, walking at my elbow. I tried to outpace him, but quickly gave up. His legs were much longer than mine, and he didn’t seem keen on giving up anytime soon. “Please, just le

