Chapter 9

I looked at him like he was nuts. I said, "Of course, I agree! We're mates; we belong together. I'm not complete when you aren't with me. I realized that last night." He said, "I was hoping you would say that. I missed holding you." I said, "How long have you been watching me sleep?" He said, "I got here about thirty minutes ago, but your grandma fed me breakfast before I came in here. That woman can cook!" I laughed and he said, "I love your laugh, but your sleepy laugh is really hot. I'm going to have to make you laugh every morning now." I smiled at him and said, "What time is it?" He said, "It's only six-thirty. I just couldn't wait to be with you again." I reached for him and said, "Lay down with me?" He said, "I thought you would never ask."

He kicked off his shoes, and said, "I have been missing having you in my arms since I let go of you last night." I giggled and said, "Your shirt helped me. I felt better when I was able to wrap myself in your scent." His eyes went