Chapter 841

As Sage was thinking this, the kitten bit her finger, causing her to yelp in surprise. Immediately, she tilted toward Ian.

Ian swiftly caught her. Perhaps because he was mindful that her arm was still injured, he moved his hand from her arm to her waist after a brief touch.

The warmth of his large hand seeped through the fabric to her skin, and she caught a familiar hint of cedar in the air.

Despite feeling a bit uncomfortable, Sage didn't push him away. Instead, she leaned against Ian's arm, turning her head slightly to look back.

Abby was looking down and talking to Thorn, not noticing what was happening between them.

What a waste. She went through all that for nothing!

"Sage, is your hand okay?" Ian's concerned voice sounded next to her ear. He even took her hand to check on its condition.

Sage pulled back her hand and took a step away from Ian. "It's nothing. The kitten's teeth aren't fully grown yet. It just kind of nibbled a bit."

After speaking, Sage walked forward witho