Colton's POV As soon as Marena's secretary mentioned that I should go into the office, I knew I had to be on my guard and that whoever was in the office was not meant for good business. I also knew that Marena's secretary was shady as I had done some research on her on my own. I felt when Sia was in distress after I went into the office. While in the shower this morning, I had placed my mark on her, as she did with me. We didn't finish the mate bond, but it was strong enough that I could tell when she was in distress or needed me. I mind linked Marena while we were sitting in the office and said that I could feel that something was happening with Sia. One thing is that Vampires can read minds, and when Sia and I bonded, I now have that gift as well, and I read her secretary's min

