The Ferris wheel attendant opens the pod door. "Hope you folks enjoyed the ride!"

"It was perfect." My voice comes out breathless. Unsteady.

Alexander's hand grips mine. Tight. His thumb stroking my knuckles in a rhythm that makes my pulse race.

We step onto the platform. Try to walk normally.

But every nerve in my body is on fire. Every touch from the pod still burning on my skin.

'I need him. Now. Right now.'

Nicole whines. Restless. Demanding. 'Our ...