The next day Lana finally woke up and was nursed back to health by her mother. Valeria stood by her side all the time and made sure she was alright. She did not inform Lana about Zuhan and the mate thing yet. Meanwhile, that night Zuhan crept into her room and silently sat near her bed.

Svetlana was sound asleep and he crouched down near her bed. “I won’t let anyone hurt you anymore, Lana. This is the last time you have gotten into this state. I promise you, Svetlana. I will protect you ...