**Evelina's POV** Gabe leaned in closer, his eyes filled with raw hunger, and my heart pounded in my chest. I didn't need the mate bond to tell me what the look in his eyes meant. He was turned on. Which was surprising to say the least. “You…aren’t grossed out?” I queried warily. A huff of laughter escaped his lips, warming my face. “Mi vida…there is something primal in me that is eager to see your blood on my d**k, now lay down like a good girl and let me help you feel better.” My back hit the mattress with a light thud, and his hands were on me immediately. I couldn't help but let out a moan of relief as his strong hands caressed my stomach, trying to soothe the cramps away. It still hurt, but it felt somehow more manageable with his touch.It should not have. We didn’t have the he

