Chapter 49: Release

Calla’s POV

My heart was still pounding by the time I got back to my room. Somehow, I managed to keep my movements slow and controlled all the way, but once I was alone, I crumpled behind the closed door. I slid to my knees, pressing my hands against the wood, and caught my breath.

I could still feel the exact places where Vaughn’s hands had been, and that was the worst part, because they’d been e