Cindy I drew closer to him and rested my head on shoulder. "I hope you don't mind me doing this." "No," Antonio replied. "In fact, I wanted to comfort you, but I didn't know if you'd want that." His admittance made my stomach flutter. I closed my eyes and breathed in his scent. "Did I misinterpret human customs again?" Antonio asked in earnest. I giggled. "No, but it would be a good idea to let me hold your hand." Without hesitation, Antonio allowed me to wrap my arms around his arm, our hand joined together. Being in his presence made me feel so comfortable that I didn't feel an ounce of the fear that I felt previously. To think that someone I've only known for a day could put me in such a state. Allister cleared his throat. "Give me a minute, I'll update Alpha Reiss about w

