Chapter 38 : Lost in Passion

*Kael*

Despite my shoulder still crying out in pain and my extreme aching desire to make love to my mate, I knew Gemma deserved some answers.

Left alone, I made her promise to wait until I finished my retelling for demands or questions. I made it as brief as possible for her impatience.

"…So Seri and Ferio parked next to your car and were greeted by Di—Helie, I mean. I think that suits her better. It honors her origin. Now that my brother's a traitor, it's no use keeping that name, even though she's a part of Moonwake—"

Gemma placed her forefinger to my lips, silencing me. "My patience is limited when you ramble, my mate. But I am glad you're safe now and those two are alive." She rested her palms on my chest, pausing for a moment before asking, "Are you done yet?"

Knowing I was going to regret saying yes, I said, "Yes."

She punched me in the gut again. "You fought with Connor?!"

"Almost! The 'almost' is key, my lovely mate!" I protested, dodging her next punch. "Feri