Rain POV
I've experienced excruciating pain before, so this was nothing in comparison. Still, being held in Caleb's embrace felt right. I didn't want him to worry too much, but his worry and anger were evident in his expression. I turned to face him, feeling the tension in his body despite his attempts to hide it. As I turned, his hand trailed up my body until it rested on my mark, causing more anguish to cross his face.
"I should be strong enough to free you from this now. It's my duty as your mate," he whispered. I placed my hand over his "You've already freed me from so much, Caleb. And I believe I'll earn my freedom from this soon. I now have the motivation to try," I responded.
His lips met mine with an urgency, a need to connect. I welcomed it, wanting to feel him completely. I r
