As Bethany cradled Joshua’s head in her lap, she couldn’t help but notice the lake was the quietest she could ever remember it being. The north lake had always been where she could be alone and enjoy the peace. Now, it felt lonely and oppressive. As much as she hated admitting it, she wanted her dad to help her and her mate.
Joshua let out a low groan and began to move his head. Bethany let out a sigh of relief as she stroked his hair and rubbed her thumb over his face. She hoped the tingles of the mate bond would help rouse him.
“What happened?” Joshua asked as he opened his eyes and blinked several times.
“I marked you, and you passed out,” Bethany said as she grinned at him weakly. “I tried to wake you up, but I couldn’t. I called my dad on the satellite phone that Everly packed in o
