Chapter 165

Theodore was breathing heavily, but he forced himself to calm down. His voice was a little hoarse when he asked, "Vic... is this okay?" "Huh?" Victoria was still lost in the rush of emotions he'd stirred, her thoughts a muddled haze. She didn't really catch what he said. It wasn't until she felt a sudden chill across her skin that her mind snapped back into focus. Jolted awake, she quickly pushed him away with whatever self-control she had left. "No... we can't do this." Getting pushed back stung a little, not gonna lie. But Theodore didn't want to pressure her. He'd wait—wait until she willingly accepted him again. Until then, he wasn't going to force a thing. "Get some rest," he said quietly, pulling on his shirt before walking out of her room. Victoria watched his back as he left, a mix of regret and frustration bubbling up inside her. What the hell was she doing just now? How did she almost lose control like that? She gave her cheeks a light slap, trying to shake off the heat linge