Semua Bab Claimed By My Childhood Alpha : Bab 31

Emma woke slowly, awareness returning in layers. First, the warmth surrounding her, Adrian's body wrapped around hers. Then, the unfamiliar but pleasant ache in her muscles. Finally, the overwhelming sensation of presence, Adrian's consciousness humming in her chest like a second heartbeat, impossible to ignore.The mate bond, Emma remembered with equal parts excitement and panic. It's real. It's permanent. And everyone knows.She could feel Adrian was awake, his emotions a mixture of contentment and careful observation. But there was something else too, an almost predatory satisfaction that made her cheeks heat."I can feel that you're awake," Emma said without opening her eyes. "And I can feel that you're very pleased with yourself."Adrian's chest rumbled with laughter beneath her cheek. "Can you blame me? I've been waiting fifteen years for this."Fifteen years. Emma finally opened her eyes to find Adrian watc