Chapter thirty-five.

~Aurora.

My hands worked mechanically through the files we had documented over the past few months, the never ending test results and the new blood and stool we've collected for more tests.

I can't say for sure but, my blood has been pumping faster than usual since I woke up this morning and my heart has been racing a lot faster.

I will tie you up and fuck you.

Seven, eight, nine…

A gasp escaped my lips as the memories from last night came flooding back. I was still in shock by his sudden actions, perhaps, that was why my body was reacting in such manner.

“Dr. Rory, are…are you okay?” I heard a voice say from my side, pulling me back from my thoughts, and I realized I had unconsciously been rubbing my neck. The particular spot Ethan had sucked on last night, which was now covered by my turtleneck dress.

The second time I'm having to hide my hickey, courtesy of Ethan.

“Are you tired? You can go back to the palace if you'd like, and we'll take it from here.” One of the nurses, Martha,