ZEPHYR
The mating bond had begun taking effect.
But I fought it. Hard. Especially since things between Lyla and me had only gotten worse after the Darrin incident.
Still, I knew it was only a matter of time before I gave in. Nature couldn't be cheated.
I buried myself in work to keep my distance, but even that wasn't enough. No matter where I was, my mind remained divided. My body ached for her, craved her. The need to be near her, to touch her, to f**k her, was becoming unbearable.
The sound of the door opening pulled me from my thoughts. Joan, my secretary, stepped in.
"Just a reminder, sir, the Jackmans' soiree is later this evening."
I'd completely forgotten.
The Jackmans were a werewolf couple, known for hosting high-society events, including fundraisers for orphanages. I rece
