chapter 14(4)

Abbie “The windows,” he growls in a voice so guttural it sends a chill down my spine. Damian and Gannon react immediately, rolling down the windows without hesitation. I sit stiffly on Gannon’s lap, watching Kyson with growing worry. He’s trying so hard to hold himself together, but it’s obvious he’s on the verge of losing that fight. Azalea is limp in his arms, too still for my comfort, and my heart clenches at the sight of her. I shift slightly, leaning forward to reach for her, but before I can touch her, a vicious, feral snarl rips from Kyson’s throat. I jerk back in shock, and Gannon tightens his grip on me, pulling me securely against him. “She is safe, but she is in heat; you need to stay still; you can’t touch her when she is like that when he is near,” Gannon whispers in my ear, his voice low. “But…” I start, my voice trembling as I stare at Azalea in concern. “No, Abbie,” Gannon cuts me off gently but insistently. “I know you’re worried, but right now, the king isn’t safe to