Chapter 13 : Claim

*Grace*

As I stood outside of David's room, my heart pounded in my chest. The conversation between Victoria and Margaret echoed in my mind, their voices dripping with manipulation. They were determined to reunite Victoria and David, but I couldn't let that happen.

Even though I had told him that I needed some time to think, I didn't have much left. I had no idea what to expect from my near future, and if Victoria was starting to act now, I had to do something. I couldn't give up on David like that. I needed him. My desires burned for him, overpowering any lingering doubts or fears I had.

If he wanted me for just sex, I could do that. I would hide my other feelings for him deep down in my heart, pretending they didn't exist. If that meant I could still have him somehow, so be it.

Taking a deep breath, I looked around to make sure no one saw me, and pushed the door open, stepping inside.