Sera's POV
I don't know how long I stayed on the floor against the wall beside the bed, but a soft knock made me lift my head. The heavy oak door creaked open, and it was Dr. Ian again. I didn't move as he saw me and came over, his quiet footsteps echoing against the stone.
He crouched down beside me. "Hey, Sera. How are you doing today?"
"Okay," I muttered, my voice barely audible.
He gently reached out, moving my hair aside to inspect my eye. "Still not healed?" he murmured, examining the purple discoloration that should have faded by now if my wolf were active. He pulled his hand back and looked at me intently. "So, tell me... how long have you been mated?"
"I'm sure you know," I replied, staring straight ahead.
"How about I help you up and we can go to the couch?" he offered sof
