Chapter 39. Rescue Plans

Kieran’s POV

Mae is snoring quietly in my arms. I feel slightly guilty for not marking her last night when she begged me to, but I don’t want to rush her into the position of Luna. It just didn’t feel like the right time. I could feel her disappointment through the mate bond as she fell asleep. I don’t know how I can make her realize that she is not a familiar.

I run my fingers through her hair as I watch her sleep. She is the most beautiful woman I have ever seen. The Moon Goddess couldn’t have picked a more perfect mate for me.

‘Kieran,’ Raven’s voice booms through the mind link. ‘Come downstairs. We need to talk.’

‘I am busy,’ I protest.

‘Now,’ Raven’s voice commands, and I have no choice but to obey.

Quietly, I slide out of bed, making sure not to disturb Mae. She whimpers at the loss of my touch, but she doesn’t wake up.

I pull on a pair of sweats and an old T-shirt. I refuse to get ready for the day. It is five o’clock in the mo