"How much longer?" Natalia asked, looking out the small window. Axton pulled her back, knowing he had made more than a small mess outside.

"The wild animal, Natalia. I will make sure to...show you the places when it is safe."

He was surprised at himself. Just how much he didn't want to be a monster in front of her. Maybe because she was the only one who had his healing in her hands, but he didn't what to see that look of fear blanketed in disgust in her eyes too. He gave her a small smile as she stared into his eyes.

She was naive. She knew. But every time...