Deke Oh f**k, I nearly marked her. My teeth descended during s*x, coated with the serum that would permanently embed my scent in her skin. I almost marked and claimed Sadie as my mate, which would permanently bind her to me. I was able to hold back, though, and still give Sadie what she needed. A surge of satisfaction runs through me at that. I did have the discipline to keep my wolf in check. For Sadie, I did it. For Sadie, I could do anything. I ease out and dispose of the condom. My wolf is agitated, pissed that I didn’t mark her, but I have him under control. As soon as she’s asleep, I’ll get outside and run it off. For now, though, I can’t bring myself to leave her side. Not when she’s leaning up on her elbow, looking so f*****g vulnerable. I come back to the bed and pull the co

