Chapter 157

• Winona awoke that morning to a symphony of aches throughout her body, a tangible reminder of the previous night's passionate activities. However, it was a type of soreness she found herself more than content with. Her mate, Noel, held her securely against his body, his muscular arms enveloping her, providing a cocoon of warmth throughout the night. She could feel the mark he had made on her neck, and a shiver of delight coursed through her entire body, a physical response to the emotional bond they had solidified.
• She had always felt a deep connection with him, but now there was a distinct difference. It was as if her feelings for him had been stoked by a flame, amplifying their intensity tenfold, making their bond stronger and more profound.
• "You're smiling so much. Are you that thrilled that I've finally marked you as mine?" His voice unexpectedly intruded into her thoughts, breaking her reverie. As she was formulating a response, she could sense his own smile, wide and genuine, reflecting his own happiness.