He growled low, his jaw clenched, and he snarled.
“You are not weak, little wolf. You are one of the strongest women I know.”
My cheeks flushed, and I ducked my head. “I don’t feel strong, Nikolai. I feel broken.”
“I’m sorry, Malen’kiy volk. I wish you didn’t know such pain.” His voice was a whisper.
“Me too. it’s only been a couple of weeks. my body is healing, my mind…I don’t know how to fix it. Can it even be fixed?”
He growled low, his eyes flashing. “Of course it can, Maisie. It will take time, but it will heal. You’re not alone, I’ll help you.”
I bit my lower lip, watching him. “O-okay,” I whispered, nodding. His expression softened, and he leaned forward, brushing a kiss to my temple.
“Trust me, Malen’kiy volk.”
He wrapped his arms around me, pulling me close. I stiffened sl
