Craving the Monster

Alessia’s POV

Rocco’s grip loosened, slow and reluctant, his palms dragging down my body like he didn’t want to let go.

“Go,” he said finally, the word low and rough, like it cost him to say it.

I didn’t wait. I turned and ran, pushing past stunned faces, not daring to look back.

The music faded behind me as I tore through the hall, desperate for somewhere to hide. The corridor felt endless, s