PART 1
Tommy blinked. And his gray eyes moistened. Unrepressable warmth sprang from the depth of his heart, illuminating his entire face. He couldn't hide his smile, his joy, at the simple utterance of his mate. When he sighed, it was that of relief, and hope. Rhey watched him keenly and was awed at the myriad of emotions displayed on his face. She stretched her hand cautiously and gripped his firmly, letting her guard down for a second. Her eyes lit brighter than Tommy had seen in a long time. His gaze shifted to the hand holding his. He slowly lifted it to his lips and kissed the back of her hand tenderly.
"I'm sorry," he whispered lifting his gaze to hold hers'. Rhey attempted to withdraw her hand but he tightened his clasp, but not too tight as to hurt her. He caressed it lightly wi
