His words sent a shiver down my spine, and I could feel the heat of his body pressing against mine. His hands were firm on my waist, his touch both possessive and tender. I looked up at him, my breath catching in my throat as I saw the intensity in his glowing purple eyes. There was no mistaking the desire there. "Mate looks yummy," Keila licked her lips. “Varianlir,” I whispered, my voice trembling slightly. “I… won't this be weird? We made sure everyone thought we hated each other, and now you are going to be sleeping here?" He leaned down, his forehead resting against mine, his breath warm against my skin. “I don't give a f**k about what they say," he growled lowly. "You are my mate; this is now your home. You’re not an outsider here, Arlen, and soon you will become queen. I know w