A casual morning for Ayda to see what life is like with Dimitri and Cathal.
DimitriI’ve never seen Cathal allow someone to hug him like he just let Ayda do. I know he thinks that his mother sent her, but it tugs at my heart to see my son and my mate acting like a family. Cathal has never had a mother figure in his life and he’s obviously enjoying the attention that Ayda is
“He won’t get either of you. I won’t allow him to hurt my family,” I say as I turn and begin walking back to the hospital.“Why does he want to kill Cathal?” she asks me.“Besides the fact that he’s crazy?” I ask, looking at her. She’s still frowning, so I elaborate. “He hated me before, but after h
AydaI expected Dimitri to be angry with me, expected him to tell me to stop crying and answer the questions, but he didn’t. Instead, he was sweet and held me while I cried, and he told the doctor to stop asking me questions.I was finally able to stop crying so she could look over my injuries. Dimi
“Yes, Alpha.”Then he turns to me. “Be careful. If Cathal pushes you too hard or you get tired, just rest. If you can’t make it back, have the warriors link me, I’ll come get you.”“I’ll be fine,” I tell him, not wanting him to think I’m weak.“The longer it takes you to heal, the longer it will tak
Instead of taking the flowers, I pull him into a hug, holding him tightly. “Thank you, Cathal.”His arms come around me and hold me as I feel tears running down my cheeks. It’s been a very long time since someone has shown me such a simple act of kindness.He puts his mouth to my ear. “I love you, A
DimitriThe difference between Ayda when she’s interacting with my son and interacting with me is glaringly apparent. With Cathal, she’s relaxed and easy-going, smiling easily at him. With me, it’s as if she’s always waiting for me to do something to hurt her. I hate her first mate, and I’m glad he’
“But, dad…”“NOW, Cathal!” I don’t want him to see her like this. I don’t want anyone to see her like this.“Yes, dad,” he mumbles and after glancing at Ayda he leaves the room, closing the door. The moment he’s gone, she falls to her knees.“Ayda,” I say, worried that she’ll cut herself, but also w
I lean in and press my lips to hers. When I pull back, she’s looking at me curiously again.“Cathal said you wanted to kiss me more.”“I do. I want to kiss you a lot. Do you like my kisses?”She nods, a very small smile on her face. It’s a win and I’ll take it.“You can kiss me back, you know. I’d l