Victor stayed with Rose through the night. But at dawn, he left.
Rose sat alone in the empty living room, her tears dried up. Memories flooded back—the first time she met Victor, a young wolf in his early twenties, handsome and full of light. She was fresh out of college, clueless, but he never judged her. When they worked together, he carried her bags, shielded her from critics. But his kindness, his protection—it was never love.
Eight years ago, during a shoot on a college campus, Rose saw the moment Victor laid eyes on Autumn. She knew instantly he was smitten. Love was visible, undeniable. He didn't need to say it.
Victor chased Autumn for a year. Then, at the peak of his fame, he announced her as his mate. For the next seven years, Rose, as his assistant, witnessed their love up cl
