The Stars Never Rise. Rachel Vincent

suffered a minor moment of panic when I realized that if I had him arrested, there would be no more free food. But then, it was never really free in the first place, was it?

      “This arrangement is over.” I tugged my bra back into place, trying to forget the feel of his fingers on my skin. I buttoned my shirt while he glared at me, and then I threw my satchel over my shoulder and pushed past him to the door.

      I marched to the front of the store and paid for my gum. Ruth didn’t even notice my untucked shirt.

      “If I ever see you in here again, I will call the police,” Dale growled through clenched teeth as I reached for the front door.

      I stopped with the door halfway open and turned back to look at him. “If you ever see me in here again, you’ll need them.”