Maybe one did have to be smart in order to kill.

I’m scared, all right?” I said. I could feel my stomach churn as my gaze rested on the wooden trunk.Nathan turned my chin, looking at me with an expression of utter sincerity. “You don’t have...

He smiled at me, and just like that I was completely happy to be who I was. I knew it wouldn’t be easy all the time, but right now it was as simple as sunshine...

I didn’t want him to think I was giving up – I wasn’t. I simply couldn’t put myself together just yet.

I’m sorry I ruined your homecoming.”He kissed me once more and then shook his head. “The only thing that could ruin this is not being with you.

The heat intensified. My emotions were spinning out of control. The euphoria was maddening. Out of pure instinct, I pulled away and leaned against the wall, unable to find enough air to breathe. The more...