Nikolai
After our quick snack in the kitchen, Nikolai helped Alexei get dressed. They stepped outside, where he had already informed the patrolling warriors, Dad, and Enzo.
They ventured into the forest behind the castle. Alexei began to undress, preparing to shift. Nikolai transformed into Lucian, and they took off running through the trees. Lily burst ahead, sprinting with excitement. Nikolai regretted that she hadn’t had much chance to run free lately, but he promised himself to change that.
Watching Lily enjoy her freedom was a delight. After a while, Nikolai noticed something unusual. The ground where she raced started to transform. Small flowers began to bloom, and the grass shot up around her. Lucian and Nikolai exchanged glances, captivated by the magic unfolding before
