SIGRID

I was suddenly lifted off the ground, clinging to his neck, my feet suspended in the air.

He walked toward the bed and gently laid me down.

“Thank you. Are you alright?” For a moment, I completely lost track of my act and just was myself, at least for once.

“Yes, my lady. Thanks to your healing, I feel much better. Are you in pain?” His face was close to mine, my fevered skin burning again, desire swirling in my belly, clouding my senses.

“I’m fine, Silas, it was just… something strange.