Marked

I’ve loved you every second of this life, and if I died, I’d love you every second of the next.

No. Because you’ve been mine your entire life, and I’m tired of waiting.

Your path isn’t an easy one, sweetheart. But it might just end up being spectacular.” She turned brilliant blue eyes on her daughter. “You have to fight for what you want, and I know you’ll win. Every damn time.

Hold on, and when we get to your home, stay out of the way when your father tries to kill me.

Zane has always been your soft place to land in this crazy world we forced you into. Turns out he’s not so soft.

Fate and destiny had held enough power over Janie for this lifetime, and she was done waiting for the sky to fall.

Janie?” he whispered against her nape, his breath warm. A shiver wound through her entire body. Her nipples peaked, and her abdominal muscles clenched. “What?” “I’m sorry I’m not who you thought.” His lips moved against her skin. She forced instant need down along with a definite groan. “I like who you are.” He chuckled. “You do not.” “Yes, I do. You’re strong and loyal. I just wish you’d share.