*Freya*

I couldn't believe we were Finally together. It was surreal. I thought about how I’d been scared that something bad happened to him. I melted into Rafe's strong embrace, my heart soaring with joy and relief. His muscular arms wrapped around me protectively as he lifted me off the ground, holding me safe against his broad chest. All the fear and chaos of the bomb blast faded away now that I was back in his arms where I belonged.

"Freya," he murmured, his voice thick with emotion. "I was so worried. When I couldn't find you after the explosion..."

His words trailed off as he set me down gently,...