Elara POV I could feel his presence as soon as he stepped into the forbidden forest, and my mind was at war with itself. On one hand, I wanted him to find me and hold me in his arms. On the other hand, I didn't think I could bear the heartbreak when he inevitably left again. I considered hiding in my room and refusing to see him, but as soon as his scent wafted through my door, I knew I could not resist him. Now, I am in his arms, mumbling apologies and ugly crying. Zeus doesn't seem mad or frustrated with me. Instead, he holds me close and strokes my hair. I lean into his touch and let the tingles of the mate bond calm the storm that is raging inside m When I finally calm down, Zeus pulls away from me and wipes my tear stained cheeks. "The others wanted to come..." "You d

