Chapter 197

Author's POV Liam tossed and turned in bed, his gaze repeatedly drawn to Allison sleeping on his couch. Finally, he threw back the covers and walked over to her. He called her name softly, and when she didn't respond, he bent down and scooped her into his arms. Her body felt completely different from his—soft and yielding where he was all hard muscle. Holding her was like cradling a warm cat, and Liam couldn't help but tighten his arms around her. The wolf inside him stirred with satisfaction at having her close. Allison nuzzled against Liam's chest, and he felt her warm breath seeping through his shirt, spreading heat throughout his body. He placed her gently on the bed, and she mumbled something incoherent before turning to pull the covers over herself. Early the next morning, Allison stretched luxuriously, feeling more rested than she had in weeks. When she turned her head and saw Liam's handsome face next to her, she bolted upright, her heart racing. Liam awakened at her sudden mov