Succubus Heat

Pain isn't always physical, you of all people know that.

I'd never get anything accomplished if I lost myself in fantasies.

And if I only could

I'd make a deal with God

And I'd get Him to swap our places

- "Running Up That Hill," by Kate Bush

I laughed and left that as my response, indicating how foolish a notion I thought it was. And yet, as we rode back in silence, I found myself hugging the book closer and closer.

I felt ashamed all of a sudden and hated what Seth must think of me. Then, I became angry for feeling that way, for letting myself feel judged. He had no power over me anymore. It didn't matter what he thought.

There was always something new to learn in the world.