The sunlight streamed through the tall curtains of Tina's bedroom, filtering into a soft golden hue. The faint scent of vanilla mint still lingered in the air, blending faintly with the sweeter trace of honey that clung to the sheets. Andrew stirred first. His eyelashes fluttered, his body sore in places he didn't want to think about, and his mind foggy from the whirlwind that had been Tina's rut week. Seven days. Seven days of chaos, tenderness, and confusing warmth.
~I've gone nuts! I've literally gone nuts! I thought us getting close and friendly with each other was a good thing but who would have thought I'd volunteer to... Ughh!~
He turned his head and found Tina fast asleep beside him, her usually sharp, commanding aura replaced with a peaceful, almost innocent calm. For once, the alpha who terrified boardrooms and left people trembling was snuggled under her blanket, hugging her pillow like a sleepy child. Andrew smiled softly despite the ache in his body.
