LOGINI press my hand to my chest, trying to steady the sudden, spiralling unease. Leo watches me carefully.“You want to tell me what you saw?” he asks.I hesitate because I don’t know what to say, or worse… I’m not sure if I want to know. I drag in a slow breath, then another, forcing my lungs to cooper
** Poppy’s POV ** I don’t remember falling asleep. One second, I’m wrapped in Leo’s arms, warm and steady, the bond humming softly between us like a quiet reassurance, and the next, I’m cold.The shift is instant and violent. The warmth is gone, ripped away so suddenly it steals the breath from my
“She chose this,” I remind myself quietly.My wolf huffs in agreement, and that matters more than anything.I tilt my head slightly, pressing my lips briefly to the top of her hair, the gesture softer than anything I’ve allowed myself before.I have to be careful with her. Even now. Especially now.
** Leo’s POV **For a moment, I can’t move. Not because I don’t want to, but because I don’t trust myself to.The bond settles slowly, like something ancient weaving itself into place, threading through my chest, my lungs, my bones. It’s steady, deep, and unshakable.Her… She’s there. Not just besid
The awe-filled look in his eyes and conviction in his voice make me believe him. I think this man could make me feel sexy in one of those god-awful giant hot dog costumes. Feeling extra confident now, I reach behind me and unhook my bra, letting it fall away. Leo sucks in a breath, his eyes flashi
** Poppy’s POV **Leo’s mouth crashes back against mine, and this time there’s nothing restrained about it. No hesitation, no careful distance, just heat.His hand slides from my jaw to the back of my neck, fingers tangling in my hair as he deepens the kiss, pulling me fully against him. I gasp soft
“They won’t get near her here. Let her rest for tonight,” Ryder shoots back. Remy leans forward, eyes hard. “You think she’d rather we coddle her? Keep her in the dark? She has a right to know her husband was crawling into bed with hunters and using her.” “She has a right to peace for one night,
I kiss the top of his head. “I love it so much.” His smile is bright enough to light the clearing. “Ready to go, bud?” Callen asks, and Jaxon nods. “Go where?” I ask. “Home with us,” Parker smiles and gives me a wink. “This night is just for the two of you. Enjoy.” My heart skips a beat. I
** Paige’s POV ** Remy is the first to stir, rolling onto his side, propping himself up on one elbow so he can look at me. His face is flushed, damp with sweat, but his eyes are softer than I’ve ever seen them. I can feel him through the bond, all tangled hunger and tenderness, and it makes my t
** Paige’s POV ** The forest floor crunches beneath my shoes, each step lit by the faint glow of lanterns strung through the trees that I’m sure were not here before. Parker walks beside me, his fingers laced with mine, guiding me carefully like I might trip any second. He’s been acting odd all af







