[Elise’s POV]I stare at William as he takes me in. From the look of hunger in his dark eyes, it is obvious what it is that he wants, and honestly, I didn’t necessarily mind blowing off some steam.“You stay here.” He says now, scooping Serenity into his arms. “And I’ll return Serenity. When I retur
At my words, a low growl escapes William before his fingers dig into my skin, tearing the skin and drawing blood, but where it should be painful, it feels so damn good and makes me want even more.“Are we going to do this like we’re feral?” I ask, feeling my animalistic instincts come alive. “Is the
[William’s POV]The next morning comes much too soon, and I lay awake, staring into Elise’s sleeping face. She looks so peaceful as she lies here in my arms. I almost don’t want to wake her, but I know that I have to.“Hey,” I murmur, brushing some hair behind her ear. “It’s time to get up, sleeping
“I heard Prince Charming trying to woo my sweet Elise.” Marty says, pretending to be a sad parent handing over their daughter. “It seems just like yesterday your very stare could freeze someone, and now here you are making a beautiful procloma... Ouch!”Growling, Elise reaches out and grabs Marty’s
[William’s POV]I keep my gaze locked on Elise and her group as they head to a large van that is waiting. Even when they climb inside the van and begin to move, I continue to watch until they’re completely out of view. Only then do I turn my attention to Denali, who, like me, is watching silently.“
“Instead of trying to figure me out, come with me.”Silently, I begin to follow as he makes his way to the back of Emerald Moon, where a table is set with breakfast items and a bottle of whiskey.“Have a seat.” My father says. “I’m sure you haven’t eaten. I can only assume that you depleted your ene
[Denali’s POV]I sit, holding Rosco’s hand, while Naomi quietly rocks Serenity. Hamilton, who sits in the corner, watches the scene with a blank expression, and I can’t help but wonder how he feels seeing his strong son in such a state. I was sure that despite all their anonymity in the past, this w
Rosco and I truly had a mess to unweave, but once that was taken care of, all I could hope for was us finally getting our peace to raise our family.“It’s almost like trouble follows me.” I say, trying to keep the mood light. “Maybe I…”I don’t get to finish the rest of my words as Hamilton comes ru