Rescuing their missing third was supposed to be the difficult part. But Jesse Madding and Gideon Keel are learning their work is only beginning.<br><br>One month after her return to her normal life, Emma Coolidge seems to be healthy and well-adjusted from the time she spent captive in a hell dimension. Every night, though, reveals the depths of her trauma. She doesn't dream; she sleepwalks. When Gideon catches her unconsciously searching for a book about dimensional magic, he knows that it's time to put an end to her torment.<br><br>But Emma isn't the only who can't seem to adjust. Jesse doesn't know how to handle his new powers when he's with Emma. Gideon fears that neither of his lovers need him at all anymore. And always, there's the fear Castelain will return to seize Emma, the prize she has already claimed as her own.

The Price of His Redemption

While Jesse attached the clamps to the chain, Emma pulled her blouse up over her head and tossed it aside, followed quickly by her bra. Her loose pants and underwear came next. The cool leather chilled her backside as she slid back onto the swing.


She picked up the collar and caressed its soft edges. “I’ve missed this.”


“I’ve missed seeing you in it. Here, let me.” He took it from her and gently placed it around her neck. Emma lifted her hair, holding it out of the way as Jesse secured her collar in place. The leather felt good against her throat, surprisingly warm on her skin. The room had a strong smell of leather, too. “You look amazing. I think Gideon might not be so angry about starting without him when he sees how gorgeous you are.”


Chapter 8