When they came to a stop, Ryver had found her comfort zone, nestled into his neck and sensing his breathing. She found it soothing.
Cannon settled near a heavily wooded area. He lowered his neck so Ryver could climb down. When she did, he shifted back, standing away from her so his tail wouldn’t whip her head. Ryver watched as he shrank, the scales absorbed into his skin, and his jaw shifted into its average human size.
He was naked again, so Ryver pulled out a blanket and wrapped it around him. She hugged him from his waist. “That was incredible, Cannon.”
Cannon turned and embraced her while wearing the blanket. His skin was warm as if the transition had heated him. “I’m glad you were okay. I know it’s a lot to deal with, but eventually, you get used to it.” He kissed the top of her he
