Chapter 195

Aria's POV My desire vanished completely as my period arrived with a vengeance. After getting myself together, I slipped into my pajamas and crawled under the covers, curling into a protective ball against the cramping. "I feel awful," I murmured, glancing up at Aiden who stood by the bed looking concerned. "Would you hold me while I sleep?" The second those words left my mouth, I noticed the clear bulge in his pants. Guilt twisted inside me. Here I was asking for comfort while he was still worked up from earlier. He hadn't even gotten to finish. "Never mind," I sighed, waving my hand dismissively. "You should probably sleep in the guest room tonight." After all, menstruation is a small thing. I can handle it on my own. Aiden nodded once and walked out. My chest tightened watching him leave, even though I'd basically kicked him out. The bedroom suddenly felt too large and empty without his presence. I buried my face in the pillow, trying to ignore both the physical pain and the hollow