Jade When we wake the next morning, Lukas looks a little less tired than he did yesterday night. He doesn't withdraw immediately, the way he usually does when he's facing an issue from the council or the pack. He's letting me in a little more into…everything. And I couldn't be happier to not only share in his joys but his burdens. I find myself wanting more and more desperately for this thing between him and I to be real. To last. Maybe become permanent? I can only hope. When I ask about the kids, he gives me a detailed rundown on their condition. They're not out of the woods yet, but the doctors are optimistic. He leaves for the hospital after giving me a rundown on what happened with Cleo. It just so happens that during his men's search of the pack house the day before, they foun

