Ella’s POV
My heart is hammering so hard that there is absolutely no way that Beta Chris can’t hear it as he guides me to our room, his hand on the small of my back.
The thought of going to sleep had been a welcome one, until his hand touched my skin and instantly, his touch started creating energy. A surge of it vibrating throughout my body, making me feel all hot and bothered…and full of anticipation.
And most definitely not tired anymore.
Reaching my hand up, I pull the damp, sticking hair off the back of my neck and to the side, slanting my head casually as I do so, wondering if the exposed skin tantalizes my mate any.
His hand brushes up my back and cups my now visible neck in response, pressing gently to guide me around a corner.
Biting back a grin of pleasure, I can’t help bu
