Liam allowed himself to return to his human form and then stepped closer, picking up an axe and keeping it at the ready. Liam might have been in human form, but his wolf was very much in control. His eyes were golden orbs that saturated his surroundings with raw and unfiltered dominance."I don't th
James nodded in understanding. "Alright, I'll take you to her. But be careful, Alpha. She's still afraid of you."Liam nodded, his heart pounding in his chest. He followed James through the forest, his mind racing with thoughts of Nicole.As they approached the cabin where Nicole was staying, Liam's
"It was just a dream. It was just a dream." Nicole muttered under her breath.She hated it, and she hated that she was like that. Every day was a battle, and she felt like she was drowning in a sea of fear and pain. She missed her wolf, the part of her that was strong and fearless and hated herself
Her chest was still constricted from all the pain, but there was something new, like a freeing outlet. Was it his mark? Maybe it was the strength in his eyes or the kindness in his voice. Or maybe it was the way he seemed to understand her without her even having to speak. All she knew was that she
Nicole felt a pang of sadness for him. She knew what it was like to lose someone one loved. "I know it's hard," she said gently. "But you have to keep going. For her. She would want you to be happy."Garrett's arms went limp, and he broke the hug. Without a word, he guided her to the trunk. They wer
As surprising and heart-warming as it was to see Nicole finally venture out of her shell while helping Garrett get over his grief, Liam was displeased.He unsuccessfully tried to push away the feelings of jealousy and anger that he felt every time he saw Nicole with Garrett. He had no right to feel
James examined him silently as he limped out of the panic room, his feelings and thoughts hidden behind his dark eyes."We'll meet at the office," he said, with his arms folded behind his back as he walked away.Liam showered and returned to studying. A few minutes later, there was a knock on the d
He understood it, but he hated it. He wanted Nicole to be his and his alone.Garrett noticed Liam's presence and approached him. "Alpha Liam, what brings you here at this hour?"Liam sensed a little fear in his voice.Liam sighed, his shoulders sagging. "I couldn't sleep," he confessed. "My mind is