lounging on a tree branch above. His intense stare sent shive

ioned, my voice carrying a mix of c

But I had a feeling we'd cross paths again," he res

self, extending his hand. "Audrey Sm

cast a shadow, evoking a mixture of emoti

ervousness. "What brought

a tree and observing me. "It becomes exhausti

usually come here for some quiet time," I sai

d suggested, "You

me, and I found myself blurt

e entered the dimly lit in

folding events lingered in the air. I resisted the urge to repe

the bar. Shortly after his departure, an unfamiliar v

ng against the table, his eyes roam

llo." My gaze drifted to the dance floor, wh

nquired, his tone laden

the stranger. "No, thanks," I replied, atte

er attempt. "She means go away," Magnus' voice

ectful and invasive demeanor. "Well, pretty boy, I don't see your mar

fully maneuvered, causing the side of the intruder's face to collide with the table. The impact ra

' voice remained stern and unyielding. "Then, you'll exit

heart-pounding moments. The stranger's e

quickly muttered, unabl

pressure on the man's face. released him, and the disgraced int

ing me with a mix of gratitude and curiosity. His unanticipated protectiveness caugh

ained inscrutable, his focus steadfast on the path ahead. Gravel crunched b

I expressed, stepping onto the po

e replied, his tone

e". I added. "Alright then until next time," Magnus said, offering a smile. He was incredibly handsome, and I couldn't help but watc

tement and apprehension. I couldn't stop thinking about Magnus and the way he made m

tanding beside the window. My breath caught in

trembling with shock as I open

e locked on me with a silent in

er, narrowing the distance between us. His presence was overpoweri

n us. I know you're my mate, but if you don't feel it too, I'll climb right out that

mine, a passionate, fiery kiss that ignited a fierce desire within m

ce a seductive promise. I nodded, my heart pounding

he intoxicating kiss. Magnus broke the kiss only to undo my zip, letting my gown

er of the bed, his fingers ski

es of pleasure coursing through me. The sensations wer

nto unexplored realms of desire. He effortlessly lifted

evealing his hard-on. I looked at him, a mixt

but he chuckled,

and chin. He teased my entrance, slowly entering me. The pain mingled with

ing shivers down my spine. I moaned as he began moving, a s

night was just the start of a journey filled with strong feelings, challen

. Our deep connection left us both breathless, and with every b

d happen next. He was about to leave a mark, to assert his

d I held my breath. I craved to feel his mark, his