Irina I felt eyes on me as I came around to consciousness. I sensed the newly reformed bond surrounding me tighter than the strong arms that held me. I laid for a few minutes and appreciated the feeling of being cherished. “You’re staring like a creeper,” I said, my eyes still closed. “It’s not creeping when you’re my mate.” Quinn’s voice was gruff from sleep. I cracked an eye open and his gorgeous face swam into view. “Morning.” His face was inches from mine, and it split into a huge grin. “Morning baby.” He nuzzled me and caressed my back. “Why haven’t we been waking up like this always?” “Cause I’m an idiot.” I sighed. I was stupid to have pushed him away. I felt so completely whole right now. The connection I felt to him was deeper than it ever had been. Our souls meshed tog