Chapter 9. Are You Curious?

Elara POV

Zeus practically runs from the room, leaving me breathless and confused.

My lips are tingly to the touch.

I never thought that kissing someone could be so exhilarating.

My heart is racing, and I am shaking.

I have to remind myself that it can’t happen again.

Finally, I get to my feet and pull a pair of leggings and an oversized sweater from my suitcase.

I get dressed and pull on a pair of fuzzy socks.

I need to talk to Dad.

I want to get a closer look at that book he had on the Imperial Pack.

Before I leave my room, I gaze in the mirror, fluffing my hair.

I am walking past Zeke’s room when I notice that his door is open and the light is on.

Zeke is never in his room.

He is always in the clubhouse.

Peeking my head in his room, I look around but I don’t see anyone.

I step inside to turn off the light when I hear a noise coming from his bathroom.

“Zeke?” I call out.

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