She shakes her head. “I trust your choice. I’m just being paranoid.”
I play with her hair, and as her breathing begins to deepen, I wonder how I’m going to last a month without her. I have become so used to her existence, and ever since we consummated our relationship, it has grown by leaps and bounds.
I’ll have to make sure to tell Rothan and Harriet that one of them has to stay with Leanna at all times, even if that means Harriet has to sleep in the same room as her. I don’t want my mate alone. I’m sure she’ll be safe here, but…
I glance toward the fire. Maybe I should increase the number of guards.
As I follow her into sleep, I tighten my hold around Leanna. Just one month. It’s not that big of a deal.
The day of my departure arrives. If it weren’t for Derrick’s urgent letter, I wo
