Erika's Point of View
His eyes fluttered shut as soon as I licked the mark and pulled back. His body is shutting down so that my mark on him could heal and the bond could be completed. I cannot wait for him to wake up. There are so many things I want to do with him but now, I have to wait.
I pull the covers over us before snuggling beside him and staring at him while he slept. I trace his facial features with my hand, trying to memorize every curve of his face. He looks serene while sleeping. He seems to be far away from this world and all the trouble that it has to offer.
I didn't realize when I fell asleep.
Next morning, I wake up to find the bed empty. A frown instantly finds its way to my face but it disappears as soon as I see him step outside the closet fully dressed. He's ready
