Oakes had you slung over his shoulder, carrying you effortlessly. Just moments ago, he’d leapt between you and a raging lion, saving you without hesitation.

Before you had time to fully grasp what had happened, he’d already brought you safely to his home.

With surprising gentleness, he set you down on the couch, then settled beside you. The weight of his broad, muscular frame made the entire couch tremble faintly beneath him.

He looked like a big fluffy cat.