Chapter 22

Emmaline remained frozen in Damien’s arms who held her closer to his chest, too afraid to let her go. She tried not to let her mind sway and stayed on her toes but the moment his warmth penetrated her skin, she let her guard down. Her wolf purred, relishing the enchanting scent which Emma didn’t deny, not this time.

Emmaline closed her eyes and leaned her head on his chest. The lub-dub of his heart pacified her, easing up her troubled mind. No matter how much she hates him, she couldn't resist the comfort his touch always provided her.

On the other hand, Damien's grey eyes lit up in joy when Emmaline snuggled into him. His heart raced at their proximity but what threw him off his feet was her hidden consent. That’s the power of the mate bond, something which they both neither can resist nor deny.

"It's alright. I am here Princess; your Damien is always for you." Damien cooed in her ear and kissed her temple.

His words stirred her withered feelings.

Emmaline was overwhelmed because thi