Chapter 14Evelyn
“No! Please…I’m sorry! Don’t…please…”
A hand touched her arm, and with a gasp Evelyn forced her eyes open. Cory was perched at the very edge of her mattress. In the faint light coming through the window, Evelyn could just make out the familiar silhouette. Cory’s posture was one of concern and it was her hand that had gently woken Evelyn. Not caring that she was drenched in sweat and still shaking, Evelyn blindly reached for her, pulling her closer and holding on tight.
Cory made a surprised little sound but immediately put her other arm around Evelyn as well, cradling her as one would cradle a beloved child. Snuggling against Cory’s warm and solid body, Evelyn’s breathing quieted and her heartbeat gradually slowed. Cory smelled good, not at all stale and musky after doi
