Chapter 51: Avalyn's POV

We spoke for hours into the night before Talon took me to my room. He helped me out of my dress and watched as I wore my night dress.

He took off his slacks as well and we lay on the bed, holding each other.

His strong body was warm against mine and it felt safe.

"Go to sleep, Avalyn," He whispered and I nodded but tried as I could, but sleep failed to come.

I just laid still and enjoyed the rhythm of his breathing against my skin. I could get used to sharing the ...