Ariel.
My heart raced the moment I heard the knock. Even before opening the door, I knew who it was. There was an energy about Magnus that always preceded him—a heady mixture of dominance and aura that made my pulse quicken.
When I opened the door, I knew my face gave away my inner turmoil. Magnus noticed immediately; he always noticed everything.
“What’s up?” he asked, his deep voice smooth but probing.
His sharp eyes roamed around my room, taking in every corner as though searching for something—or someone.
“I’m fine,” I replied too quickly, my voice betraying me with its shaky edge.
Magnus raised an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced. “I was looking for you after the ceremony,” he said, stepping inside without waiting for an invitation.
I hesitated, avoiding his gaze. “Yeah, I f
