Chapter 27

“Of course, I want him. He’s my Mate,” Henri said with belligerence.

Etienne patted Henri on the back. “Then go up and claim him.”

At eleven fifty-five, Henri walked up the stairs and knocked on the door to his suite. Regis and Mathieu stood on either side of the door. Sean opened the door a crack. Henri felt a sense of déjà vu. “May I come in?”

“He’s ready, a little frightened but definitely ready.” The Mates filed out of the room, and Regis and Mathieu continued to stand guard. Henri slipped inside and set a white pharmacy bag on the nightstand. Vitas sat on the edge of the bed with his nose scrunched up.

“Little one, are you ready for me?” Henri asked softly.

“Yes, I’m ready.” Vitas’ whole body trembled.

Henri sat down next to him and held his hand. “What’s your favorite thing to drink?”

“Hot cocoa,” Vitas said without thinking, then blushed. “You must think I’m a baby.”