Chapter 259 At My Mercy (18+)

• TESSA
• It seemed Rowan was sulking the entire walk from his parents’ house. His hand was in mine, but his grip was firmer than usual. I wanted to tease him and ease the tension—but something in his posture warned me to stay quiet.
• We finally reached his house after a long, dark walk. I had the keys, so I slipped them into the lock and turned it, pushing the door open with a soft creak. The air inside still smelled faintly of our scents, and I instinctively took a breath in.