Chapter 74

Tanya's POV

I stood still, waiting for August to come out of the bathroom.

After our kiss, he quickly pulled back and rushed into the bedroom and then into the bathroom while I followed behind and remained back.

I really wanted to join him, but then again, I didn't want to seem desperate.

"I should be more aggressive if I want him to mate with me, shouldn't I?" I asked myself softly, then began to take off my clothes.

Not only did he explain about mates to me, but I also got to understand what mating was and how having his mark was like a wedding ring, which I really wanted.

After finishing taking my clothes off, I paused in a seductive pose.

When the door opened, I was surprised to see Ried in control, and I stood straight, forgetting to stay still in my pose.

"Why are you in control?" I asked softly.

He looked at me from head to toe and approached me. I knew exactly what he was thinking.

"Ried, I...,"

I gasped when I was pushed onto the bed. He got on, hovering on top of me.

"You