Alpha Female Ciciane's POV Still

Intense shooting pains in my back abruptly woke me up.

I barely manage to stifle a cry, arching my back in an attempt to find relief. These are the same pains I usually got when Harad was unfaithful and I had to drink Eon's potion to fight it. But when I look next to me, Harad sleeps soundly with his arms possessively encircling me.

As the shots subside, I practice some calming breathing techniques. Memories of my first genuine sexual encounter flood my mind as I lie with my only mate here beside me. Overwhelmed with bliss and contentment at how perfectly everything turned out,...