Kate POV

I lay in Erick’s arms for hours. I know we have to go back soon, but this is the only place I want to be right now. I want him to hold me and tell me everything will be okay. Just a few hours ago, his father tried to take my life. Now, he wants me to go back with him and be his mate. I wish for that more than anything.

“We need to go back,” Erick says, kissing me on the cheek.

“I know, but I want to be here with you,” I say.

“You will always be with me, Kate. For as long as you...