Ayla’s Pov

My heart was beating so fast. I felt all hot and weird. It started in my tummy, this warm feeling, and then it spread everywhere. I knew what it was; my mom told me about heats, but she said it wouldn't happen for a long time. I didn't want it to happen now, not when he was so close.

I walked to my door and locked it. The click made me feel a little safe but then the heat got worse. It was like I had a fever, my skin felt too tight. I lay down on my bed and curled up, I thought about Rowan. I didn't...