Lila The last night at the resort felt heavy in my heart. Tomorrow we had to go home. Back to real life where Marcus was just my step-uncle and I was his young niece. No more secret touches. No more sneaking around. I went to his villa after dark with tears already in my eyes. The tropical breeze came through the open doors and made the curtains move softly. Marcus was waiting for me. His face looked sad but full of want. “Lila,” he said in a rough voice as he pulled me inside. “This is our last night. I don’t know how I’m going to let you go tomorrow.” I hugged him tight, pressing my body against his strong chest. “I don’t want to go home. I want to stay here with you forever. Please, Marcus. Make love to me one more time. Make it count.” He kissed me deep and slow at first. His callo

