Chapter 9

My heart beat faster like a drum at night and in the morning.

When I opened my eyes, I always found Leander sleeping before me. I restrained my hands from touching his face.

He seemed to be smiling as he slept. He was still sleeping; I made sure he was breathing evenly.

I watched his face every time I woke up—I always woke up before him—because when he opened his eyes, I couldn’t do it. His emerald eyes trapped me as if he was pulling me into him.

So far, I have always received intimidating and sharp looks from people. Leander was different; his gaze was soft, and he seemed to be pouring his love into me through his eyes.

I couldn’t believe I'd discovered someone who adored and treated me with tenderness like a fragile object. I was skeptical to believe Leander loved me after only three days together.

I didn’t want to compare Leander with Alpha Meddox. I was not sure if Alpha Meddox truly loved me because he treated me like a servant who must