Chapter 10: The Alpha's War

They seemed to be in the Alpha’s suite of rooms before Desiree could blink. His mouth devoured hers hungrily as his hands worked to relieve her of the dress she wore, leaving only a thin chemise between her and him as he led her back to the bed. He kissed her tenderly.

She felt her heart skip several beats as he came toward her. He looked at her with a hunger she knew matched her own.

“I’ve never…” she said quietly and he kissed her remaining words away.

“I know,” he assured her. “I will take my time.”

It was a promise he wasn’t able to fulfill as an explosion from outside of the mansion rocked the foundation, shaking the floor beneath their feet. Declan was the first to exit the bed and she quickly followed.

“Stay here,” he instructed. “If you sense danger in the house, get to safety. I will find you.”