John POV
This vampire king has been hospitable, but staying inside has been difficult. Even in Xander's pack, I was able to wonder the town as needed to allow my beast his space. Bears never want to sit still. I do not think I have ever been able to stay in one place long. Nor have I been able to stay inside for more than 24 hours without an injury stopping me from leaving my bed.
I made my way towards the balcony and threw open the doors. I took in the fresh air that the night held. I smelled before I heard my mate following behind me. She leaned against the balcony beside me and looked up at the stars. "Beautiful, isn't it?" Frankie asked.
"It is," I responded. I could only see her.
She side eyed me coyly, knowing I was not speaking of the night sky.
She rolled her eyes back at me
