Chapter Twenty-Three

 

Self-defense 

 

Elena

 

"Why are you in my room?" I shuddered, clutching the doorknob, so I could easily escape if need be.

 

He let out a harsh chuckle. "You think the door could stop me from hurting you if I planned to." He mumbled, drawing closer to me.

 

My heart instantly picked up pace and began thudding as the hairs on the back of my neck stood.

 

"Get out of my room, Blake." I mumbled, trying to sound bold, but my voice came out as a wheeze.

 

He laughed harder, clutching his side. Before I could even see it coming, he charged at me, slamming me harshly against the...