Chapter 76

He closes his eyes tightly and leans his forehead against mine. I can see how difficult this is for him and I'm reminded of how strongly my own wolf fought against me earlier. We take a moment and simply breathe together, and I can feel how the stress in his body is slowly released and I know it's because of our physical and emotional connection. This isn't just a result of our wolves mating. He, the man, needs me just as much as I need him and it is something much more substantial than anything I've ever experienced, existential even. "I almost lost control of him when he saw you lifeless on that motorcycle. I'll never forget the fear I felt in that moment followed by the blood seeking rage of revenge. We almost broke the treaty today."