Crimson Lace

***Marcella***

My heart pounded against my chest as I pushed open the bathroom door. Kaelen’s back was to me, but he turned around abruptly and froze, his gaze locking onto mine. Slowly, his eyes traveled over my body, the intensity of his stare making my skin prickle. His expression shifted, darkening with unmistakable lust before his eyes settled on mine once more.

“Wow,” he breathed, his voice