I woke up for the second time and instantly knew Xavier wasn't in the bed or smothering me, I realised with a small smile.

I wanted my mate.

I wanted to feel safe and protected.

Just as I was about to attempt to sit up the door opened and Ginger walked in with a steaming mug in her hands. As soon as she noticed I was up she practically sprinted to my bedside, the tea or coffee I wasn't quite sure, almost spilling everywhere in her haste to get to me.

She set her mug down onto the table besides my bed and knelt down besides the bed.

"Oh Tori!"...