Chapter 24: Payment

Emily

 

It’s like the underside of my skin itches. I’ve felt it with Azriel before, but having him this close to me—especially when there’s nothing but a towel to hide behind—borders on overwhelming.

“Um.” I try to back away, but it’s like my feet are bolted to the floor. “Do you really have information like that?”

He just nods, unblinking as he stares into me. I can’t trust him—can I? He’s a demon, after all. At least that’s what Thomas told me, and I don’t know if I can trust him, either. All I know for sure is that I’m at the mercy of supernatural beings with motives of their own.

And desires of their own.

Which is terrifying and exhilarating at the same time. After what happened between Thomas and I last night, there’s no question how badly he wants me. Somewhere deep inside me I’ve got a dark little devil of my own that wants him every bit as badly.