Chapter 65

• As Dahlia continued to gaze into Xavier's piercing eyes, an unusual sensation coursed through her body. Strong arms enveloped her, lifting her onto his lap and dispelling the uncertainty and confusion that had clouded her mind.
• In his presence, she felt an overwhelming sense of safety and security, and with each passing moment, she embraced the warmth that accompanied the idea of being marked and claimed.
• "When do you want to return?" he inquired, his voice steady.