Chapter 27

Valeria

“Raphael! You’re heavy!”

“I’m sorry… I’m sorry.” he repeats, voice slurred.

I manage to get him to his feet, but he slumps over me, trying to find support.

Damn it.

Stumbling, I guide him to the bed and ease him down onto it. He takes my hand, eyes barely open, and smiles. “You’re so beautiful. My mate is so beautiful.” His flushed cheeks and that dazed, goofy expression almost make me laugh.

Should I call Nolan? Probably. But the urge to care for Raphael pulls stronger. These dam