Claim On The Soul

In the intimate hush of their shared space, the only sound that dared to break through was the relentless drumming of rain against the windowpanes. It echoed the unspoken tension between them, a familiar chill settling in the air like an unwelcome guest. Alex's hands moved methodically, applying soothing cream to wounds that stubbornly refused to cease their trickles of blood. Yet, despite the palpable discomfort, there was a strange comfort in their silent exchange.

A flicker of relief danced across Alex's features as he surveyed his handiwork, noting with satisfaction the dwindling patches of unattended skin on his Alpha's back. Concern etched lines of worry into his brow as he observed Celeste's bare shoulders, a slight tremor betraying her otherwise composed facade. "Celeste, are you cold?" he ventured softly, his voice laced with genuine worry as he stated, "You're shaking."

It was an anomaly, to say the least.