Seren
A wave of disbelief washed over me, and it was like the floor had tilted even though I wasn’t standing. My heart skipped a beat, then hammered against my ribs, and I felt like it was just going to fly right out of my chest. My breath hitched in my throat, making it difficult to swallow. A dull roar threatened to drown out Gideon’s voice, and I realized it was the blood rushing in my ears. My limbs suddenly felt light as vertigo hit, leaving my hands trembling and my legs feeling like jelly. It was a good thing I was still sitting down. Duncan leaned in close, rubbing my back in soothing circles with one hand while squeezing my hand with the other. I turned my nose into his neck to breathe in his calming scent. Somehow, it was easier to trust Duncan and the mate bond than it really s
