Chapter 86

Valerius POV

I wait for her to fall asleep before leaving the bed. I go to the bathroom, shower, and quickly change into fresh clothes. I kiss my mate's temple and exit the room. To my surprise, Rhea is sleeping on the hallway chair adjacent to my suite. I stop walking. She opens her eyes and lazily lifts her head to look at me. We stare at each other, me not knowing what to do, especially aft