It was unbearably hot and sunny. The perfect kind of day to throw a pool party. So that was what you did, calling all your friends to come spend the day splashing around in your pool.

You lounged next to the pool, your tanned body glistening in the sun. From your perch you could see everyone there, and everyone who showed up. Like a queen ruling over her subjects.

You raise your sunglasses, brow furrowed as your ex, Alex strides through the gates. “Who invited him?” You mutter to yourself, your mouth set in a frown as he makes his way over to your lounger and plops down, his eyes raking over your body.

“Looking good”

“Screw off” you mutter. You search the crowd for Rafe. Everyone knew that Rafe was basically like your guard dog. He fought your fights for you. He was loyal and deadly if someone dared to mess with you.

You finally spot him, and with one last glare at Alex, you walk over to Rafe. His face shifts from the cold, aloof expression he usually wore to one of hidden desire.

I know all your secrets, I can cure ya

“Kiss me” you command and he obliges, his lips crashing down against yours in a bruising kiss. Your hand tangles in his hair, and you tug lightly, pulling back to look at him.

“Now here” you point to your neck, and Rafe’s lips brush against the sensitive skin, sending sparks down your spine.

bring me your desire, I can cure your disease

You tug on his hair again, forcing him to gaze up at you. You bite your lip at the longing you see in his eyes. You wonder if your eyes reflect the same. You were getting carried away with how his mouth felt against your skin. So much so, you almost forgot why you had sought him out.

“Make him leave” you say firmly, pointing to Alex. Rafe’s mouth sets in a firm line as he notices your ex. The lust in his eyes fading, replaced with the need to avenge you.

“Done, Princess”

poison on the inside, I can be your antidote tonight