Chapter 4:

Deeper Heat

The bite mark on my neck stayed hidden under a scarf the next day. I could not stop touching it in class. Professor Crowe glanced at me more than usual. His text came right after the lecture ended. Meet me in the main lecture hall. Back entrance. Now. I walked there fast with my heart pounding.

I slipped inside the empty hall. The lights were low. He stood by the podium. “Mia. Lock the door behind you.” His voice sounded rough already. I did what he said and walked straight to him.

“You called me here for more?” I asked. He pulled me against him without...