In the next blink, Axel was shoving Luka aside with a snarl and scooping Kat into his arms. She was naturally warm with fire in her veins, but now she was hot. Her clothing stuck to her, but golden eyes blinked up at him. “Are you all right?” she whispered, her fingers drifting up and brushing across his lips. All he could do was huff a laugh of disbelief, tucking her in closer and resting his chin atop her head.
