“Not that I’m aware of.I was off duty last night, and no one called me.”
“Do you know who was on patrol?Maybe we should call and check in with them.”
“I’ll figure it out and let you know.You focus on your mate.”
“Thanks,” I say sincerely.“How’s Roxie doing?”
“She’s perfect.”I can hear the smile in his voice as he talks about his mate.“How are you handling the mating heat?”
“I…” I trail off.
He laughs.“Yeah, it was intense the first time.”
“And then it eases up?”
He snorts.“Nope.”
My wolf lies down inside me.I can feel his happiness and excitement for tonight and take a deep breath.I need to temper our expectations.There’s a very good chance that Quinn will need more time, and I need to make sure my wolf is prepared for that eventuality.
“I’m making dinner for Roxie tonight, so I’ve got to go.I’ll let you know if I find anything new out,” Abe says.
“Sounds good.Have fun.”
“Will do.Good luck, man.”
“Thanks.”
We hang up, and I tiptoe back out of the bathroom to check on Quinn.She’s still asleep, so I sink into the chair.
My feelings are so intense.All I want to do is gather her into my arms and make her mine.
Yes, let’s do that,my wolf encourages.
Patience,I tell him.
Over an hour passes while I watch my mate sleep, making plans in my head—contingencies in case she chooses to leave Night Grove Falls.I need to show her that I’m serious about us.
Someone knocks at the door, and I hurry to open it.The guy from room service brings in the food and sets it on the table.I tip him and lock the door behind him.When I turn back to the room, I see that Quinn has woken up.
“Good morning, er, afternoon,” I correct.
She blinks, looking at the window, then at the alarm clock.“Jeez, I can’t remember the last time I slept this late.”
“Me neither.You needed your sleep, though.It will help with your recovery.”
She nods, climbing out of bed.I move to her side to steady her and help her to the table.
“I’m okay.Really,” she says softly.
I grit my teeth as I force myself to step away from her.
No!My wolf snaps.
I ignore him.
“I ordered us some food.Help yourself,” I say, backing up another step.
Now that Quinn is awake and so close, the mating heat is even stronger.My whole body is on fire.I feel like I’m about to break out of my skin.
