That night the dreams returned stronger than ever.
I found myself back in the cavern with Kael. Red light bathed everything. He stood waiting for me. His golden eyes locked onto mine the moment I appeared.
Before I could speak he pulled me into his arms. His grip felt tighter than usual.
Possessive. Almost desperate. He kissed me hard. His hands held my waist as if someone might try to take me away.
“You protected him today,” Kael said against my lips. His voice carried clear jealousy. “The Beta. You risked exposing your power for him.”
I pulled back slightly. “He was going to be punished because of me. I could not let that happen.”
Kael’s eyes darkened. He lifted me and pressed me against the cavern wall. His body pinned mine there. “He looks at you with too much loyalty. Too much
