Chapter 17- Feel alive

A groan escapes my lips when I wake, my body screaming in protest. My back aches from being thrown repeatedly to the hard mat. I wince hating how my legs feel like lead weights, burning from the intense training session. But it isn't just my physical body that is on fire - my heart still races from the memory of Alpha Xzen's firm hold.

A warm blush creeps up my face as I recall the way he wrapped his arms around me. His protective weight and warmth makes me feel safe and cherished. Yesterday I had failed the last step so many times, not because I couldn't grasp the technique, but because I was distracted by the hot touch of his strong body against mine.

I bury my flushed cheeks in my palm as the memory of how my heart had skipped a beat when Alpha Xzen's face was inches from mine, his dark green eyes locked on mine with an intensity that made me feel like he could see into my very soul. I had been sold that I had forgotten to breathe.

With a sigh, I throw off the covers and get out of