The Arcade (Dirty 1st Dates)

by Harley Laroux

“How does it feel, Violet?” he asked softly. “Do you like this? Or does it scare you?” “It terrifies me,” I said, not daring to bring my voice above a whisper. I knew people were looking, but suddenly I didn’t care.

“It terrifies me but I love it. It feels...dirty. And humiliating. But that’s what I deserve, right?”