ELENA
My heart was doing that stupid thing again.
That somersault thing that left me with electric jitters.
I quickly pushed Atlas away, stuttering. “I’m just thinking, Atlas.”
“What could have you so deep in your thoughts?” He queried, that f*****g glint simmering in his eyes as he brushed the back of his fingers lightly against my cheek.
His touch felt so gentle, distractingly so, that I almost gave in and spilled my thoughts.
But I caught myself.. last minute.
Clearing my throat, I whipped my gaze away from his face. “Well, I guess I’m just traumatized about everything that’s happened.”
His pointed gaze burned into the side of my face, seeking clarity, and I was forced to say more.
“You know,” I waved my hand, “being kidnapped and all…” I couldn’t add the part where I kill
