KAI'S POV

The first thing I became aware of was my hands that were wrapped tightly around Selena’s neck, choking the life out of her.

No.

I stumbled back as I had been scarred by hot water, my hands shaking violently. Selena gasped for air, collapsing to the ground as she coughed and panted for breath. When I looked down on myself, I realized that my body was drenched in sweat, and my heart pounded so loudly it distracted every other thought in my head.

“Selena,” I called, my voice ...