Running into a winged lion shifter was never in Mitch's plans. But Bluebird Valley Preserve has more surprises in store, including wildlife and shifters, most of whom Mitch never knew existed. As a caracal shifter, Mitch is used to oddities. The chaos, he can handle. Calix, the saber-toothed cat, is what knocks him off balance.<br><br>Calix is a vet and a physician. Great in theory ... except he can only diagnose, not heal. Still grieving, he vows to protect his heart from another crushing blow. Then, he saves a caracal shifter from the flood waters. When he sees Mitch, he struggles with leaving the past behind and making a future for himself which includes Mitch.<br><br>Raging waters and mudslides threaten, leaving the whole preserve at risk. Mitch puts his life on the line to rescue Calix. But, it's Calix's heart Mitch finds the most challenging and worthwhile to win.

Mitch

Mitch rested his forehead against Calix’s. “How much longer until I can shift?”


Mitch sighed dramatically. “I wasn’t cut out to be a monk.”


Calix chuckled at Mitch’s grumbling. “If it helps, I’ll suffer along with you.” He sealed the promise with another brushing of his lips over Mitch’s.


“So, even when my hands heal, I can’t jack you off in the shower?”


Calix blew out a breath. “Why do I have a feeling you’re going to be biting at the bit every step of the way?”


“Because I am.” With a haughty grin, Mitch bumped Calix’s rear with his elbow and walked off.


“Wonderful. Just doing the cooking is going to give me blue balls,” Calix grumbled.


Mitch’s laughter rang through the cabin.


The sweet sound brought a big smile to Calix’s face.


If nothing else, our time together will be interesting. Very interesting.19


With agonizing slowness, Calix unwrapped Mitch’s left hand.


Chapter 67