*WARNING! BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ABUSE AHEAD. READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.*
*Xavier’s POV*
“I love you.” I replied as I placed my hands on Victoria’s waist. I stared deep into her eyes, feeling the luckiest alpha alive. She blushed under my gaze.
Everything about her made me feel at home and calmed my wolf. I was a ruthless alpha, but when it came to my sweet mate, I was a lovesick puppy.
Before she could pull away, I grabbed her chin with one hand, lowering my lips to hers in a passionate kiss and pouring every emotion, fear, and anger into that kiss.
I could feel her fears through the mate bond. Anything could happen in that trial, but I wanted to worry about today and only today. I want her to feel safe and secure in my arms. I would never let anything happen to her. That was why I had
