Marcus POV
"Where is Zane," Esme practically whispers. "He left after Wilder and I claimed him. The minute he saw the mark on my neck, he raced out of the room after telling me not to hurt you." Wilder is pacing and whimpering in my mind. I never expected to have two mates. Hell, I didn't think I deserved one after the way I hurt Fina and Caspian. A sob rips through Esme's throat. Without hesitation, I stand on unsteady legs and make my way over to her.
I pull her into my arms, and she buries her head in my chest. "I'm sorry, Esme. This is all my fault." She pulls back, looking at me like I've lost my mind. "This isn't your fault. I marked you. I chose to mark you not only to save your life but because you are my mate," she says. Before she can say more, the door to the room opens and
