River POV
I pushed Erin up against the bedroom wall. Our bodies pressed together, and I could feel her heart pounding against mine. The sound of her rapid heartbeat filled the room, a clear indication of her fear. I struggled to regain control over my emotions, knowing I needed to stop before I made a mistake with her.
Brushing her hair aside, I inhaled deeply, taking in her intoxicating scent. Leaning in, I planted a kiss on the exact spot I had planned to mark her. As the kiss lingered, I felt my canines elongating, my body partially shifting. But suddenly, she moved, her hand striking against me, snapping me back to reality.
In a moment of frustration, I released her, slamming my hand against the wall. The sound reverberated throughout the room. She hurriedly ran towards the bathroo
