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5

Niko Xavier was relentless, stopping only when he'd reduced me to a shuddering wreck on the bathroom sink.

"Right." I gasped, as he gave me a smug grin. "Now are we done?"

"Are you in a rush, sweetheart?"

"I want to get back to Lenore."

Niko nodded, trailing his fingers down my thighs.

"Take my number."

"What for?" I said, sliding my underwear back on.

My legs felt like they were made of jelly.

Two orgasms in one night, and from a guy I've barely spoken to in the entire history of high school.

"Because we need to do this again."

"You can have my number, but I don't need yours."

He handed me his phone, gazing at me with a perplexed look.

"Why not? Won't you want to know who's calling you?"

"Niko, guys like you don't call, so let's just call it a day, okay? We both scratched our itch—"

"Whoa, hang on—"

I programmed my number into his phone, handing it back to him with a smile.

"Okay, I'm going to find Lenore. Have a good night."

I swiftly unlocked the door, pushing my way into the hallway.

I had to get away from Niko, and fast.

This dress was skintight and minuscule, and I just wanted to flop back into my bed with my baggy t-shirt on.

Rian caught my wrist as I rounded the stairs, tugging me toward him gently.

"Niko Xavier, really?"

"Jesus, Rian!"

Rian shoved his hands in his pockets, staring at me with a disappointed expression.

"Is that why you ended it? Because of him?"

"No. I need to find Lenore."

"Want me to help you?" Rian asked, sweeping his eyes over the crowded room before us. "There are some total dicks out there."

I nodded, grateful for his help. I was tired, and I just wanted to leave.

Rian led the way, and we scoured each room, our eyes locking when he shrugged.

"I can't see her. Send her a text."

NOVA:

Len, where are you?

Rian leaned against the wall, folding his arms as he glared past me.

Niko had entered the room, still fucking shirtless. His eyes met mine, then he saw Rian beside me.