Lilith’s Pov

As Killian walked into the house and left me behind, I stood there, staring at the door like I’d just been slapped. This did not just happen. I couldn’t believe it. We didn’t even go all the way, and yet he was acting like I had begged him for something. Like I had thrown myself at him. Like I meant nothing.

I felt stupid. Used. And worst of all, hurt.

I should have known better. I should have kept my guard up. But I let it down, I let him in, and now I was paying for it. I could already feel the tears threatening my eyes, but...