Chapter 129. Hands Behind Your Back

Athena

“But I need to get you inside, Athena, and do all the things I’ve missed doing” Tristan growled against my ear, his voice so low and rough it sent heat straight through me.

A rush of thoughts flooded my mind, making my stomach twist in a way that was both exciting and a little scary.

God, he's never talked to me like this before, I wondered if he could feel how much it affected me, how it made me want him even more. What if I can't handle this side of him? But no, I want to try, I really do.

I loved it, love how it made me feel.

Before I could say anything back, he lifted me up.

With my legs wrapping around his waist and my arms around his shoulders, I clung to him, feeling his muscles shift under my hands, strong and steady, as he carried me toward the apartment door.

I thought about how safe he made me feel, even as my body pressed against his, feeling him hard through his jeans.

His hands gripping my hips lik