Bella POV
“He is here, near… our mate, “ my wolf is singing. Then I feel Alex’s presence as soon as I step in. It’s also too late to pretend I was never there. I take a breath and move forward, entering the bathroom. It is big - everything is made of expensive marble, and the ceilings are decorated intricately.
I make myself move and continue walking towards the water. I am still dressed and pause before the big water basin. The air is filled with the scent of sweet oils and flowers. Despite the late hour, the water in the basin is still hot and steaming. Alex is leaning against one of the walls of the basin, head resting against the cold marble. The water reaches almost his chin. His eyes are closed, but he knows I am there.
Neither of us speaks, but the air is heavy with tension. A
