#Chapter 75 - Heat

[Lucian’s POV] “Violet!” My heart clashed between my lungs as I watched the unnerving sight of Violet sway back on her feet. Her eyes fluttered shut and her knees gave out beneath her. I practically dove across the room to keep her from collapsing to the floor. Thankfully, I was able to circle my arm around her shoulders and the other underneath her thighs before any further potential damage could take place. I tucked Violet’s head securely in the curve of my neck and held her tightly to my chest. “Goddamnit,” I hissed. I shouldn’t have let her push herself so hard. My stubborn mate. A single brush of Violet’s skin made me realize that something was wrong. My eyes widened and my heart continued to race in panic. She was burning up. Quickly, I took her to my rooms and cautiously placed her down on the bed. Looking down at her, I could see a noticeable blush on her cheeks, a slight sheen of sweat layering her forehead. I reached down to tilt her chin. “Viole