Chapter 125

Estelle and I head to the kitchen while Zara gets a shower. Half an hour later, Zara drags herself out of the bedroom and leans heavily against me while I stand against the kitchen counter.

“Tired, Pocket?” I kiss the top of her damp hair and wrap my arms around her to pull her close.

“Exhausted.” She yawns and wraps her arms tighter around my waist. I move her hair off the back of her shirt and rub slow circles to help soothe her. I can feel how tired she is through our mate bond.

“Too exhausted for dinner?” Mom asks from her spot at the breakfast bar. “And we’re all dying to hear more about your development for the sigma cure, Zara.”

“I would love some dinner. Thank you, Mom.” Zara pulls away from my hug and smiles at Mom.

I pick Zara up and sit her on the counter so she doesn’t have to stand up. I hand her a plate of food and watch as she takes a few bites. She nods happily at Mom and gives her a thumbs up.

Her face brightens up when Mom hands her a tall glass of apple juice.