Suddenly, Delano sprang forward, bounding across the space. I braced myself, but he slowed a foot or so away. I had a feeling Casteel’s presence had something to do with that as he sat on his hind legs before me. A shudder of relief ran through me when he brushed his forehead against my cheek, letting me know it was okay to touch him. Closing my eyes, I wrapped my arms around his shoulders. I didn’t want to bother you. His voice was as soft as his mark. I know you’ve been resting, but I…we could sense you. And I just needed to see that you were okay. Oh, gods. A soft warmth unfurled in my
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