His flaming-red fire devoured my cigarette. The tip almost seemed to release a sigh…
Of pleasure?
Of pain?
In my case, it could’ve been both — it was the beginning of a strange connection.
With my eyes still on him, I inhaled and experienced a rapid, burning sensation.
A foul, bitter coughing fit came over me. My throat clenched in fear.
I was a stupid girl.
He eased the cigarette away from my fingers and took a long drag. Those shapely lips were taunting me.
I suppose a sense of arrogance came with experience.
Sinuous flames flickered inside me as I met his dreamy gaze.
“You,” he laughed, “shouldn’t play with fire.”
What does he know? That’s what I’d like to find out.
I wiped my cherry-red mouth with the back of my hand. I didn’t give him the satisfaction of a witty comeback. Silence was a far better weapon.
His mouth quirked slightly. “Farewell, Miss X.”
For now, John Mellors. For now.
A/N: Please VOTE and COMMENT! Thank you! So, what do you think of the characters so far? Do you like them? Do you hate them? Or are you just completely indifferent to them? :D
