Chapter 73. Mate's First Glance

Sansa's Pov

I rushed to Levine's side, gingerly reaching out my hand to see whether he was still breathing. But as my fingers lingered over him, a strange sensation washed over me as if touching him was a crime I committed.

I halted and watched him carefully, perplexed by this unexpected upheaval of feelings. It was an unusual sensation, and I couldn't figure out where it came from. I wiped the blood-stained sheet aside slowly to better examine him and then reached out with fear to feel for any traces of respiration.

Levine's hand unexpectedly came out and firmly seized my wrist, drawing me closer to him. His eyes were wide open, and we met gazes. My heart raced, and an electric current rushed through me. His distinct aroma engulfed me, captivating my senses.

He appeared to want to say something, but his frail state prevented him from doing so. His grip tightened, and his penetrating gaze sent chills up my spine. Despite my dread, I couldn't shake the weird a