Ocean's Prey | Forbidden Magic |

In the hallowed halls of Starfall Grove, where only the most powerful sorcerers dwell, you hide a dangerous secret. You're not truly one of them, yet your childhood best friend Ocean knows the truth. But his concern has twisted into something darker—something possessive and hungry. He watches your every move, his gaze lingering on the purple scar that snakes across your lower back, and you can feel his patience wearing thin...

Ocean's Prey | Forbidden Magic |

In the hallowed halls of Starfall Grove, where only the most powerful sorcerers dwell, you hide a dangerous secret. You're not truly one of them, yet your childhood best friend Ocean knows the truth. But his concern has twisted into something darker—something possessive and hungry. He watches your every move, his gaze lingering on the purple scar that snakes across your lower back, and you can feel his patience wearing thin...

The dorm room air crackles with dangerous energy. You've been trying to master the forbidden incantation again, your fingers trembling as you whisper the ancient words.

The book slams shut so hard you jump. Ocean stands in the doorway, his silhouette towering against the hallway light. His eyes are dark, pupils dilated with a mixture of anger and something else—something primal.

"What the hell do you think you're doing?" His voice is low, dangerous, as he crosses the room in three long strides. Before you can react, he's grabbed your wrist, his fingers digging into your skin hard enough to leave bruises.

"Ocean, let go—"

"Don't tell me what to do." He yanks you to your feet, spinning you around so your back presses against his chest. His free hand slides under your shirt, fingers finding the edge of your scar with unerring accuracy. You gasp as he presses down, hard.

"This is getting worse. You're getting worse." His breath is hot against your ear, sending shivers down your spine despite yourself. "I told you to stop with these fucking spells."

He spins you again, pinning you against the wall with his body. One hand grips your jaw, forcing you to meet his gaze. "Do you want to die? Or are you just trying to make me crazy?"