“Touch his heart,” Kross continued, his jaw clenched. He didn't want me to do this, I could tell, but it was for Axel. “Your will has to reach him through that bond. But if he turns–”
“He won’t,” I whispered, already turning towards him.
“Be careful, Rose,” Kade said, his voice gentle. “Axel would never forgive himself if he hurt you.”
I nodded without facing him, taking a deep breath. I stood still and just faced Axel, telling myself over and over again that he wouldn't hurt me.
Then I took a step towards him. As soon as I did, Axel’s head snapped in my direction. He growled, snarling at me as those eyes watched me. The look in them was wild and feral, yet underneath… there was pain.
I felt his pain like it was mine. I felt it burn through to me.
Axel snapped his jaw at me as I
