Waking up in Rider's arms had become surprisingly familiar. The warmness of his embrace, as his strong arms engulfed me. He slept heavy once he fell asleep, which I found oddly endearing. His intimate warmth was something that I loved, a feeling that I had grown fond of. As I awoke, the dull throb of my fresh mark made itself known, causing me to remember all that had happened yesterday. Reality was like a splash of cold water, sucking away all of my peaceful happiness. Now that I was fully rested, my mind felt clearer. Yesterday, I was too shocked over what Tristan told me.I hadn't had time for it to sink it, and I couldn't react to the situation properly.
I believed Tristan when he said a war was coming. I wasn't sure why I was chosen to receive this gift, but Tristan was chosen for th
