Chapter 76

• Daddy's hands loosen, and I slip out of his grip. I stumble through the water as I make my speedy escape. I can't make it to my towel fast enough, nearly throwing myself face down onto the ground. I lie down on the towel,
• and I can feel my heart pounding against the sand under me. I close my eyes, steadying my breath, wishing the world away and all this awkwardness that I'm feeling.
• Why the hell did I walk away? I wanted him to keep touching me. Why did I act like a little girl and run away? The shame ignites in me, disappointment and fear coating my mouth in distaste. Only a stupid girl would have turned away such a perfect situation, blowing her chance at experiencing something wonderful, all because she felt modest and scared.