~ ZEV ~
Zev slumped over Sasha, trembling to his toes, breath tearing in and out of his throat.
What was that? What the fuck was that? Holy shit…
He shifted his weight and braced on his elbows, trying to take his weight off of her, but his head was spinning and he couldn't catch his breath. His side ached where he'd been cut open by that stupid cat but he didn't really care.
Then Sasha blew out a breath and he blinked and lifted his head, stroking her hair off her face. "Are you okay? Sash?"
"I'm fine… I'm better than fine… Holy shit!" She blinked and spluttered a laugh. "That was…"
"I know."
They both stared at each other, panting. Zev stroked her temple with his thumb, shaking his head.
"Damn, you're beautiful, Sash. I just… damn."
She smiled. "I know it sounds stupid, but I was about to say the same to you." She put her hand to his face and shook her head. "I can't believe we made it."
