I managed to send Jared out of the room and resigned to enjoy a peaceful night's rest.

As soon as the rays of the sun seeped through the curtains the next morning, Jared returned with a mischievous smile on his face.

"Good morning my Talon," he beamed, bringing himself to sit on the bed. "Hope you had a wonderful night's rest?"

I glared at him and pushed myself out of bed.

"Don't you have pack duties to attend to?" I asked as I pushed the door to the bathroom open so I could wash my face and prepare for the day.

"I am doing it right now. I have the...