The following chapter contains depictions of self-harm.
Once inside the room, Archer stood frozen, remembering the passionate kiss he had just shared with Natalia. At first, it was an accident, but then something came over him as he tried to claim those soft lips. He could still feel those lips against his and his heart racing with excitement. He blamed his animal for his reckless behavior as he could not control himself. It was not that he was unaware of Natalia’s past and knew that she needed time, but what made him horrified was the fact that he had kissed someone who was not Rose, his beloved mate and wife.
His excited heart suddenly became overwhelmed with guilt as he thought he had broken the sacred promise he had made to Rose on her deathbed. He had vowed to never touch another sh
