Haakon
Our mate’s cheeks flushed. Even in the moonlight, I could tell her creamy skin burned. I wanted to kiss her again, and see what other parts of her body would warm.
The enemy is coming, Ulf spoke across our bond. We cannot hide her much longer. We must go.
I scooped the woman up in my arms. She squeaked in surprise, but wrapped her arms around my neck.
“Just a little journey, love. Stay quiet.”
A wind swept over us, chilling to the bone. Laurel fell silent. Her fingers dug into my shoulders. She smelled sweet under all that burned cabbage.
She wasn’t fighting. My kiss had worked like magic, waking her heat.
Behind me, Ulf snorted.
It’s true. I told him smugly. Just scent her arousal.
All I smell is burnt cabbage. Shaking his head, Ulf picked up his pace. Stay here. Let me s
