Eve of Departure

Dante gently kissed Marcella's forehead. "Good night, Ms. Vance."

Marcella was stunned, surprised by how well-behaved he was that night.

What she didn't know was that her recent actions had thoroughly intimidated all eight of her mates. As a result, every one of them had become much more obedient.

Her eyes darted mischievously before she murmured, "I want to fall asleep holding your ears."

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