The forest finally grew quiet again.
After the second Alpha and his wolves disappeared into the darkness, Darian’s pack slowly began returning to the central clearing. Some were injured, others exhausted, but everyone was alive.
For now.
The snow had started falling again, covering the scars left by the battle.
Lila stood near the edge of the clearing, staring into the trees.
Her mind refused to settle.
Two Alphas.
Two separate attacks.
And both of them had looked at her the same way.
Like she was something valuable.
Or dangerous.
“You’re doing it again.”
Darian’s voice was low behind her.
She sighed softly.
“Thinking too much?”
“Yes.”
He stepped beside her.
The bond between them warmed instantly, easing some of the tension in her chest.
“You shouldn’t be standing out her
