A Secret

My heart hammers in my chest as I hear the click of the doorknob. It only takes a second before Ryker’s door swings open.

I can feel my breath hitch in my throat and he just stands there, staring at me like I’m a ghost. His dark eyes flick over me, from my face to my toes.

It’s slow, deliberate, hot. His jaw tightens, and I lick my lips as it draws my attention.

“Can I…” I hesitate, my voice qui