K I A R A
I leaned against the door, my heart pounding in my chest. I half expected him to break down the door. And a part of me wanted him to. To show me that he cared enough to fight for me.
I waited for a few minutes, but there was only silence.
Disappointment washed over me. I didn't know why I was surprised. This was Damon. The man who would rather shut down than talk about his feelings. The man who would rather threaten me than be vulnerable with me.
I sighed and walked away from the door. I kicked off my heels and unzipped my dress, letting it pool at my feet. I then walked into the bathroom and turned on the shower, letting the hot water wash away the night.
I stood under the spray, letting the water beat down on my back. I tried to wash away the memory of Nolan's cruel words,
