Would you shut that noise up, Kali groaned. I am trying. I whine back at her. The constant ringing was interrupting what had been such a peaceful slumber. Don't worry, whatever it was, has stopped. I sighed in relief. I couldn't be sure what it was, but it was quiet now, and to me, that's all that mattered. I slip my arms around the bed, feeling for my mates, but I can not reach either of them. The sheets around me are cold, and I can no longer feel where their touch has caressed my skin. They must have left some time ago. Even their scent is growing older. No matter, I’ll find them in a minute. I just have to wake myself up first. It's back again. Kali snaps at me as the ringing breaks the silence again. What was her problem? It wasn’t my fault. What could that nuisance be? I wond