Chapter 74

I opened and closed my mouth, a lump forming in my throat at his ridiculous suggestion. My chest tightened as I imagined the last time we slept together in the same bed. A grimace settled over my features, and I leaned down to pull extra pillows. There was no way I wanted to cross any lines. Not again.

“Fine!” I let out a deep breath.

“That was easy”, He whispered, but I could hear it loud and clear.

“Only because I don’t have a choice!” I emphasised the last word clearly before stuffing the pillows in a line, creating much-needed distance between us. The Alpha kept on tracking my moments, his eyes fully blown wide.

“W-What is this?”

“A pillow bridge.”

“What now?”

Twisting my loose hair, I tilted my head, meeting his eyes. They glinted in the dim glow of my room, causing my stomach to swirl, breathing elated. Maybe I should sleep in the next room. I thought for a fraction of a second. “It is a safety.”

Aiden hummed, a thoughtful look c