Autumn

　　Robert laughed again, a sound that grated on my nerves. "Did you kiss him properly?" he taunted, his words filled with contempt.

　　"I did," I replied sharply. "The pain is gone," I added, feeling relief wash over me as Andrew visibly relaxed.

　　He clenched his jaw, his expression tense. "Can you feel him as your mate?" he asked, his voice low and urgent.

　　"Your mate isn't here! You have to get away from this!" Edith's voice screamed in ...