Clara POV
As soon as Cayden breaks the link, I rush to Eli's office. The fear I feel after my brother cut the link is making it hard to breathe. I don't even knock when I reach the door. My mother rushes in behind me and the sight of my mate lying motionless nearly does me in. She grips my arm to steady me. "He's breathing, Clara" she says to reassure me. I focus on the fact I need to make sure my mate is alright and find out where the hell Cayden went. I can't fall apart right now. I have to be strong. I bend down and place my hands on Eli's face. "Eli, please wake up." I bury my head in his neck, praying that my scent will bring him back to me. I feel two strong arms wrap around me. I feel a momentary spark of relief knowing that Eli is here with me. I pull back and he smiles.
