Chapter 78: Marinah

I wake up in King’s arms. He’s sleeping with a satisfied grin on his face, though I’m anything but satisfied. I take a few minutes to stare at him, memorizing each line on his face. Groggily, I finally stumble to the shower and climb into cold water to help me wake up. Ms. Beast doesn’t mind and lets me know by humming inside me. She’s a fickle beast. The bathroom door opens and King peeks into my morning sanctuary.

“Need your back washed?” he offers.

My eyes flash and desire rolls through me. “If that’s all you’re coming in for, don’t bother,” I answer grumpily.