I rested my head on the window as the driver sped off. Hayden was seated next to me with his head against the car seat while his eyes were closed. 

I was happy I was leaving that prison of a palace, but then I realized I wasn't leaving it on my terms. I was still stuck with him; the mate bond was messing with my head and making me have a series of wet fantasies. 

I had slept next to Agnar for a couple of months, and I hadn't felt the way I felt with him. I have no idea why, but I don't think I would hold up against...