*WARNING: Explicit content
-SELENE-
I felt Lohe’s presence the moment he stepped out of the woods. I didn’t need to look back. I had memorized every curve, every notch, every line of his face, of his body.
The lake was still. My skin prickled. Not from the cold, but from him.
The wind carried his scent. Fire. Earth. Wood. Spice. It made my head swim.
I heard his footsteps—steady, intent. His boots crushed dried leaves and sank into the muddy water.
Long strides.
Hard breathing.
Body heat.
He stopped just behind me without touching me. But I felt him everywhere. His desire licked at my skin like flame.
I turned my head slightly, looking over my shoulder. "Lohe," I breathed.
A plea.
I was still mad at him. Still hurt. He didn’t believe I was his mate. Still wanted to drag me to h
