Ruth could only watch in silence as her chest tightened, remembering the dream. She saw Lisa's death and not Elsie's. Her attention then shifted to Edwin, who sat staring at Lisa's pale face with inscrutable expressions on his face.
But she knew what he was feeling. She could feel it not only because of their mate bond but also because of the love they shared.
Lisa's hand slowly slipped from Edwin's yet remained unmoving. Zoe was about to call his name, but Ruth touched his face tenderly with her eyes moistened.
Zoe's hand froze mid-air, without Ruth's knowledge as her all attention was focused only on the man she loved.
Zoe's lips parted in surprise that soon turned into hurt when Edwin turned suddenly and pulled Ruth to his chest. Ruth's body sighed, feeling his warmth against her.
"I am not going to let anyone steal you from me! You are mine Ruth, only mine!!!"
Lester and Elsie's eyes met as they smiled through tears.