Derek POV
Goddess waking up without her in bed nearly gave me a heart attack. I know I should go easier on her but I can't lose her again, I won't. When she sits up and straddles me I can't help but think that she might be feeling vulnerable right now and I'm not going to take advantage of that.
"Monica..." I say trailing off, I don't want her to do something she isn't sure of, something she isn't ready for.
"I'm sure," she says, answering my question before I can even ask it. "I need you Derek, please," she's practically pleading with me and something inside me snaps. I haven't been with my mate in what feels like forever. And I don't just want to be with her so I can get off, I want to make her feel loved, cherished, and safe.
I run my hands slowly up and down her back before reach
