Mira's Pov

I woke up soaked in sweat. My sheets were tangled around my legs. My skin felt like it was on fire. I sat up in bed and put my head in my hands. My whole body ached. It was a deep, hollow ache that began between my legs and spread throughout my stomach. I knew what this was, my heat was starting. It was too early, it was because of him. Because of the training, my body was desperate for an Alpha and for Simon.

I got out of bed. My legs were shaky, and I poured some water from my pitcher, but I could not drink it....