Onyx.
I didn't really know if Bicker's words were sincere. All I knew was that when his mate appeared, I would become a hindrance or, worse, a lover.
Even if he had wanted everything to be different, he still couldn't guarantee anything; after all, it was obvious that he had never known the strength of the mate bond.
Without thinking any more, I just remember falling asleep on his chest.
I don't know how long we slept, but when I opened my eyes, I realized that the bed was empty.
I sighed and looked around the room. Then I realized that Bicker was gone. She had even left a pink outfit on the sofa and a pair of low heels.
However, when I looked over at the nightstand, I saw a small note. Curious, I picked it up and sniffed it. Damn, it had Bicker's scent all over it.
“I know you're e
