Kaius nodded. “It would explain the reaction you had. And Henry…” He gestured toward the still-unconscious figure on the bed. “Even in his state, your bond might be affecting him.”
“No,” Livia said, shaking her head. “That can’t be true. He’s just… Henry. He’s a werebear, …” She trailed off, her thoughts racing.
Kaius stepped closer, his voice gentle but firm. “Livia, the mate bond is undeniable. If that’s what it is, you’ll feel it more and more. But we won’t force you to accept anything you’re not ready for. Take the time you need to understand what’s happening.”
Livia’s mind swirled with conflicting emotions, shock, disbelief, and an inexplicable warmth that she couldn’t quite place. She looked back at Henry, her eyes lingering on his face, and felt a strange pull, a connection that
