Laurel woke up with a headache, her neck sore and a weird sensation in her body. The curtains were drawn. Laurel looked down and squinted. Darius' heavy arm was draped over her stomach. Her own hand was held tightly within his palm. She was still able to see the diamond ring.
Events of last night came pouring in. Her face turned a dark shade of red when she remembered the marking. In that moment, the two didn't stop and went all the way. The mating process was done without a plan.
Laurel didn't regret it though.
She understood the sensation in her body now. The lasting effects of mating was different from what she expected. It was a little painful but not overly so. She attempted to turn over to face Darius but the little movement only made him hold her tighter.
Her back was agains
