Raven’s POV
I picked at my food as my appetite gone. I kept glancing at Dante, still amazed that he was okay. He caught me looking again and mouthed, “I’m fine.” and I almost sighed with relief washing over me.
Suddenly, my father cleared his throat, breaking the silence. “We have an announcement,” he said, his voice steady.
Everyone looked up, waiting.
“We’ll be traveling tomorrow,” he continued. “Your mother needs to get accessories for her wedding, and I have to meet with a partner to help with a crisis in my Pack.”
The words hit me like a punch. My heart dropped, and I felt the blood drain from my face. “You’re leaving?” I asked, turning to my mother.
She nodded, her eyes gentle. “Just for a few days, darling. We’ll be back before you know it.”
I stared at her, panic rising in m
