Gazzy’s Pov

My hatred for him disappeared completely, like someone flipped a switch inside me. All that was left was this overwhelming need to be near him, to touch him, to have him.

I couldn't imagine being apart from him even for a second. My wolf was finally quiet and content, but only because he was there. "Zion," I whispered, wrapping my arms around his neck while we were still on the ground. "Don't ever leave me alone, I need you right here."

"I won't," he said, pressing his lips to my forehead soft and warm. "You're mine now, Gazzy. All mine, and I'm not letting go."

The mark was...