As Cedric woke up entangled in the sheets with his mate pressed tightly against his side, he couldn’t help but think that this was life. For the first time in a long time, Cedric felt fulfilled. Everything was perfect. With Marisol by his side, he felt like he could do anything. He was happy, content, and peaceful. What more could a man ask for?

However, there was one thing that sat heavy on his mind, and that was Marisol’s obvious turmoil regarding the decision she had to make. He was ...