**Cross**
I rested my head against the wall, silently praying to the Moon Goddess that I could turn back time and never have gone to that club with Isabella, or at least never made that mistake at all. The look in my brother's eyes told me everything I needed to know—I was in deep trouble.
Not only had I disobeyed him, but I had also lied and gone to the club without permission. As for Kira, I doubted I would ever be able to see her again.
I wiped my eyes angrily, disappointed in myself for making such a huge mistake. Waiting on my knees for over an hour had made me anxious and scared as hell. My cheeks still hurt from the slaps I received back at the club. I knew my brother was going to punish me severely.
Suddenly, the door opened. I quickly folded my hands behind my back and straightened my posture.
It was him; I knew straight away from his scent. He took slow strides and sat down on the bed before calling me to him.
