Cristian hoped Michelle knew he would never betray her, but just the fact that he needed to worry about it was a problem.
Cristian was an Alpha, in charge of a pack, but he also had a duty to take care of his mate. After more than a decade together, Cristian wondered if he was taking Michelle for granted. When did that start?
Did his thoughtless actions cause more harm than a misunderstanding between Keith and Arya?
He needed to step up big time.
Cristian took Michelle's hand and lifted it to kiss the back of her palm.
He looked at the woman by his side who was always calm and gentle, enduring the storms with him and helping in any way she could. Michelle never complained, not when they were facing rogues, or shortage of money, or when they were dangerously close to appearing like he was favoring another female.
