Diana's POV

Time had passed. I didn't know how much exactly, but enough that my body ached in ways I had never experienced before. My legs had gone numb from staying in the same position for so long, and my back screamed from lying against the cold stone wall.

Alpha Kieran was still asleep on my chest. His breathing was deep and steady, and he still reeked of alcohol. The smell was overwhelming this close, mixing with his natural cedar and pine scent in a way that made my head spin.

I had spent ...