Chapter 31

Blake’s POV

Nora lay motionless with her eyes closed as if she were still asleep.

I sat beside her, my brow furrowed in worry in worry. "Nora, are you okay? You scared all of us," I said softly, my voice laced with genuine worry.

With a mix of exhaustion and relief in her eyes, Nora finally opened them and met my gaze. "I… I think so," she could only reply, her voice barely above a whisper.

I crouched at the side of her bed, my hand out to gently touch her arm. My concern deepened as I asked, "What happened to you, Nora?"

Nora stirred uncomfortably and avoided my eyes for a second before she looked at me again. "I. I don't know. I just started feeling all dizzy and weak," she replied, her voice quivering.

I nodded, my expression thoughtful. "You scared us, Nora. We thought…." My voice trailed off. I just couldn't say how scared I felt.

Are you pretending just to get my attention Nora, I asked.

No Alpha Blake, I can’t do that. Nora said.

If you say so Nora, I replied. You’re scared