CREST POV I don't know how many hours had passed since the first cycle started last night or, more likely, early morning it happened past twelve. I woke up again this morning with comfort because my heat wasn't as bad as the last time I experienced it. I guess being with your mate can really ease any pain. I turned slowly to face Hunter, whose arms are still wrapped around my waist. His face is calm, and I'm glad to wake up each morning beside him. "Take a picture, love, it'll last longer," he said, startling me as his eyes began to open. "Good morning," he greeted with a warm smile. "Good morning. Oops, morning breath," I replied as I tried to cover my mouth shyly. "You don't have to do that, I have been used to it ever since we slept together," he grinned, then moved his face close

