Enzo’s POV
Brody was healing nicely; he no longer had bruises or cuts on his face, and he was fully awake. His wolf was working overtime to heal him.
He was surprised when I walked into the hospital room to see him. It was early the next morning and Lila was still very much asleep.
I didn’t get much sleep after she fell back to sleep but I was able to close my eyes for a little bit. The sound of her breathing and the light snoring that came from her nose were comforting me and my wolf. I felt my entire body relaxing and I couldn’t help that stupid smile on my face.
Was this what it’s like to have a mate?
I shook the thought out of my head and stood to my feet.
She looked incredibly peaceful and comfortable in the hospital bed.
My heart ached for her because I couldn’t be there to protect her fully. I could only imagine the torture she’s been through. I hated that I wasn’t there with her.
It was Brody that was there with her.
I turned away from her and left the