Jackson’s POV
It’s been a few days, but she’s still limping.
I watch Aurora limp around the office, trying to complete her tasks. Honestly, she looks pathetic with that white gauze wrapped around her calf. I’m suddenly glad I never completed the mating bond with someone as weak as her.
Something in the room clatters loudly, and Aurora jumps, her head whipping around to find the sound. Since the attack, she startles at every little sound. I wait a few minutes until she’s a bit more relaxed before I kick the bottom of the filing cabinet beside me, and Aurora shrieks quietly.
Again, she looks around, her eyes wide with fear.
A thrill flies through my body, giving me a shot of adrenaline, kind of like how I felt when she was trapped on the balcony. It feels good.
My phone buzzes and
