Chapter 57

Desiree. I strode out of my bathroom in my nightgown and fear bubbled in my chest. Just last night when I slept alone, my nightmare had already returned. I wanted tonight to be different, a peaceful sleep is not too much to ask after such a lovely day with my mate. “My mate…” I smiled to myself while my left index finger softly brushed my lips. Now whenever I see fireworks, it would remind me of him. My gaze wandered to the bed and the fear I once felt was gone. I’d found the answer to my predicament, I glanced at my door and my smile deepened. Just beyond my room was his and my legs moved towards my door on impulse. My breaths ceased for a split moment as I opened the door only to be welcomed by Maddox’s towering figure and his sweet cedarwood scent. He was bare-chested with gray pants on. My heart started to lose its calm rhythm as my eyes hungrily caressed his abs perfectly etched to his skin. His nipples were rock hard just and I would be lying to myself if I said I didn’t crave