Chapter 22

Chapter 22

Selena's POV

Although it was daytime, the room was dark courtesy of the thick curtains that allowed the most minimal amount of sunlight stream in. I easily recognised the body sprawled on the couch as Axel.

What was he doing here asleep? Is he sick? No. Doesn't seem right. He is an Alpha, a measly illness wouldn't faze him, heck it'd barely affect him. I carefully moved closer, taking extra care in my steps to prevent jerking him awake from his peaceful slumber.

Up close, he seemed like an ordinary person. The hard set of his jaw, and permanent scowl on his face had disappeared, replaced by a devilishly handsome, unsuspecting individual. I was almost tempted to reach out.

Smiling to myself, I finally reached out to his face, tracing his features on thin air, a hair's breadth from touching his skin.

Too engrossed in my task, I was stunned when he gripped my hand before I had a clear chance to think, suspe