My heart thumped wildly. I closed my eyes, released a shaky breath as I eased into his touch. The stroke of his tongue on my skin caused me to feel a flutter in my stomach like butterflies, and goosebumps to line the center of my back, making me shiver uncontrollably as I tried to catch my breath. “Kaden…” I breathed out his name but his only response was a growl as he continued to lick my injury until I felt my toes curl and my legs tighten together to ease the aching need between my thighs. When he finally pulled away, the pain on my neck was almost gone, leaving only the traces of his damp warmth. I knew werewolves could heal their mates like this but I didn’t think he’d do it so suddenly. I was taken off guard completely. I stared into his eyes, lost for words as I staggered back d