Something about meeting Rocco and feeling more connected to Carson deepened my infatuation with him. It felt like I was in junior high all over again, crushing on a boy. When Carson reached for my hand, I actually giggled and blushed a little bit. He made me feel special, and those eyes when he looked at me. They sparkled with love and desire—and I got lost in them, every time. I was excited to finally be visiting the pack. I was hoping Serena’s old house would have the herb I needed to finish balancing my magic. Plus, I needed to talk with Xavier about everything and make sure he understood my past, that I was no threat to the pack, and that I wanted to join them. Carson was so cute taking me through the pack. He kept grinning and kissing my hand. The lands were beautiful and I loved the

