Lilieth

Once my feet are on the ground, Alpha Cadeon closes the distance between us. I'm so relieved to see him that I step into his arms thoughtlessly, glad to see a familiar face during this time of need.

"I thought you were gone," he claims as he holds me tighter. The relief I feel starts giving way to the realization that I'm in his arms and his hands are splayed on my lower back. I feel the rapid beating of his heart against my cheek, and his warm scent invades my nostrils.

But I'm not ...