148 Manifestation III L Ne ding to clear my head , I dressed quickly in some training outfits and headed for the training ground .


    The morning air was crisp , the scent of dew on the grass calming my nerves .


    I know by the time I engage in a few physical exertions it would help me forget about the weird dream I had about my wolf .


    I didnt want to think too much about it , since I still couldntmunicate with her or anything .


    So , it could all be in my head .


    I didnt want to hope .


    I started warming up .


    Doing simple stretches and lunges trying to shake off the lingering emotions from the dream .


    * Didnt think Id find you here so early a familiar voice teased .


    I turned to see Ramsey at the edge of the training area , a yful smirk on his lips .


    He wore low slung training pants , his muscr torso glistening with a light sheen of sweat .


    I was guessing he was justing back from a run .


    His amber eyes sparkled , and for a moment , I forgot how to breathe .


    The hug we shared yesterday and the bulge I had felt pressing on my thighs flitted into my memory , sending a warm course to my lower abdomen .


    I turned away quickly , feeling guilty at the thought .


    I needed some air and , Im so behind on my training , figured Ill do something here until Ive recovered enough to train fully , I replied , brushing a loose strand of hair behind my ear , my back to him .


    I dont see any training instructor , he strode over .


    Mind if I join you ? I could teach you some basics .


    How about you get a shirt on first ? I said in my head but arched my eyebrow instead .


    You ? Train me ? Arent you busy with work ? I still have two hours before I resume being an Alpha for today .


    I am learnt so far ? s to see what youve I wanted to tell him it was fine and that I would find another way, but I couldnt bring myself to say the words .


    Instead , I allowed him toe , and we started training .


    We started with light sparring .


    He demonstrated a defensive move .


    His hands lingered a moment too long on my body , making my breath catch and my skin tingling where he touched .


    At some point , he came up behind me , his hard chest brushing against my back , his warm breath near my car , sending electric thrills all over my body .


    By the time he finished teaching me the defensive skill , I couldnt remember the name or the technique .


    My body was humming with need .


    Youre getting better , he said as he stood close behind me , his hands briefly resting on my shoulders to correct my form .


    ttery wont make me go easy on you , I squeaked out , turning my head to meet his gaze .


    Our eves locked , and the air between us thickened .


    For a moment , the world seemed to fade away and that darned attraction … the same one that had made us lunge at each other the morning after the g returned .


    Good , he murmured , his voice a little rougher as he broke the silence .


    But before anything else could happen , other warriors started arriving , breaking the stepped back , his expression unreadable .


    I joined the warriors for group drills before we started the main training .


    spell .


    He As the morning progressed , the training became more intense .


    Ramsey didnt leave , he hung in one corner shouting out instructions to them now and again and constantly reminding me to go casy since I was still recovering .


    When it was time to pair in groups , Ramsey paired me with a rookle warrior .


    Despite the sudden queasiness that was pooling in my stomach , I ignored the sensation … ming it on my sleepwalks .


    I passed the first drill … the instructors voice , asionally would sound so far , but a little shake of my head always did it .


    However , as I got to the third stage of the test , I felt a strange energy coursing through my body .


    The world was spinning slightly .


    Something felt … off , but I ignored it again .


    You can rest .


    Ramseys voice filtered into my mind .


    Dont worry , I said , turning to the fellow warrior whom I was sparring with .


    The warrior threw a punch the easiest punch that I could dodge by simply moving to my left nk , but my reflexes were sluggish and my body was unresponsive .


    The punch connected to my ribs , sending me stumbling backwards .


    Pain erupted through my body .


    But more than the pain , a burning sensation started spreading from my core , making me copse to the ground .


    My skin felt like it was on fire .


    L ! Ramsey was at my side in an instant , cradling me in his arms .


    Are you okay ? Im fine , I insisted in a shaky voice .


    I think Ive overexerted myself .


    Ramsey pressed his hand against my forehead , making a frustrated sound .


    Someone call for an ambnce .


    He shouted and then turned to me , murmuring .


    Youre burning up .


    Im sure its nothing , I argued .


    Ive not had any breakfast , and all this sparring might have caused something to shift within me .


    I just need a few minutes .


    Save your strength .


    An ambnce will be here soon .


    No … No … My vision was slowly slipping .


    Call Nanny ; shell be angry if I go to any healer ! Okay ! I heard Ramsey say , but something strange was happening at the same time .


    My sense of smell became heightened .


    It was as if I could pick out the distinct scent of everyone present in the training arena .


    12/3 148 Manifestation ili Ramseys … scent filled my nostrils , awakening passion that I thought had died long ago .


    My dimining vision flitted to his neck , wondering the perfect spot for my mark … his Adams apple bobbed up and down , making me grow excited .


    I was practically dying and rusting at the same time .


    Youre a fine man , I heard myself murmur , lifting a feeble hand to caress his jaw .


    And those lips … My eyes made out the crinkle at the side of his eyes … though his body was tensed with worry , I didnt miss the amusement in his eyes .


    What happened with the lips ? You want them ? To … kiss … them … I slurred .


    But I cant .


    Were both with different people .


    I cant betray Nathan ; hell be furious .


    But hes such a good kisser , too .


    His kisses leave me breathless … And mine ? The world spun … my vision darkenedpletely , and I closed my eyes , relying only on Ramseys voice .


    It makes me want to … I gestured with my hand for him to bring his head closer .


    I think heplied because I felt a slight movement from his end .


    Sleep with you .


    And then … I let the darkness have me .