Touch me.

Logan’s POV.

Rain’s wide, unblinking eyes stare right back at me, demanding the truth. But I know better than to let her know who I truly am.

Even though it sucks my mate doesn’t really know my identity or what brought me to this town, I still can’t let her find out.

I exhale a bit roughly, running a hand over my stubbled chin while her blue eyes dagger me intently.

“Can I at least come in?” My voice is nothing but hoarse. My lips feel heavy with the lies I'm about to spill.

Fortunately, Rain let go of the door handle and steps back. I move in tentatively and shut the door behind me.

The air around here contains her scent mixed with mine and it stirs my wolf, making it rim the edges of my mind.

“Rain. Listen uh…”

“Just tell me the truth. Who exactly are you?” She quickly interrupts me, her voice harsh and piercing.

I wet my throat. Then. “I’m a mage.”

Lies! Lies!!

The voice in my head roars, making bile rise in my throat.

She stares at me with wide, shocked eyes. Rain opens