Tom POV
There she stands before me, my mate, the love of my life. She has been so distant lately, not only physically, but it has felt like our connection was weakening the more she was absent. As our mate bond was weakening, that’s when the drinking began, but now she’s here once more. Her warm apple pie scent is washing over me in waves.
“Serena.” I can barely whisper, but she hears me nonetheless and I see a soft smile upon her sweet lips.
“Hello, Tom.” Her voice is melodic, and dances around me, caressing me with its gentle warmth.
Alex urges me, “Go to mate.” That is all I need as I rush towards my darling Serena, whose smile turns to a grin as she sprints towards me in return. As soon as she is within arms reach I grasp her waist, lifting her up into the air, as I spin her aro
