Chapter 220

NATALIE’S POV I woke up to the steady warmth of Liam’s arms wrapped tightly around me. His chest rose and fell against my back in a slow, even rhythm, and I felt so safe in a way I never thought I’d find again. My wolf stirred happily inside me. Kaia growled in content. I could feel her brushing up against Jason’s presence through the mate bond. I turned in his arms and found his eyes still closed. He smirked in his sleep. I could tell he was awake. “You’re staring,” he murmured without opening his eyes. I rolled my eyes at him playfully. “I’m allowed to stare at my mate in the morning. It’s not a crime.” He cracked one eye open and smiled. “It should be. You’re making me feel self-conscious.” I laughed then leaned in to kiss the corner of his mouth. I traced lazy circles on his bare chest with my fingers. He pulled me closer “You? Self-conscious? That’ll be the day.” He caught my lips fully in his then. The kiss was slow and passionate. I couldn’t help but moan against his lips. My le