Chapter 23

Summer’s POV

Steven pulled me to the secluded corner, and I felt the roughness of the wall behind me as he moved his face closer to me. When I felt his brawny arms, I couldn't help but gasp at the sensation. I was out of breath, my strength sapping as I tried to push him away.

The way he acted brought a pleasant, tingling warmth to my chest. However, his piercing eyes seemed to study me, and I felt my skin crawl under his scrutiny.

“Summer, what did you tell Amby?” he asked.

“What do you think?” I asked back, a little frustrated as I pushed him.

I tried to avert my eyes, but he grasped my chin, making me look directly into his. I felt my mind go blank, overwhelmed by what he had done.

We were locked in a silent battle of wills, neither of us looking away.

“I’m asking you, Summer. Answer my question.”

His breath was hot on my skin as his murmuring grew louder. His presence alone was enough to cause me to collapse. What more