Unveiling the Mark

Evander POV

Sparks of volatile energy crackled between us, her slight frame trembling under my crushing grip against the drywall.

"I really hate doing this," I murmured, acutely aware I was invading her boundaries. "But I have to know the absolute truth."

She let out a defeated breath, dropping her chin. My pulse hammered violently as I reached up to finally pull away the cursed scarf hiding he