Arlene's POV
"I would absolutely love that." My response comes with an eager nod. "We've definitely earned ourselves some relaxation time."
"Thank you," Warner draws me nearer, allowing his head to settle against my chest. "Though I have some disappointing news to share. You're not carrying our child, and it appears you experienced your first heat cycle without either of us realizing it happened."
"Walk me through what occurs during those times."
His laughter rumbles against me.
"You'll endure excruciating pain that only I can alleviate by making love to you." I shift back to meet his gaze directly. "I'm being completely serious about this."
"Are you being real with me right now?"
"Absolutely. Thirty-six straight hours of that intensity. And the effects don't stop with you alone. I enter what we term a rut. During that state, anyone who attempts to prevent me from reaching you could face fatal consequences."
