POV: Jasper
Jasper stares at Lucian. At his son. The child he didn't know existed until days ago. The heir he threw away without realizing it.
The baby's silver eyes glow with power that makes Jasper's wolf whimper in awe. This is what true Alpha bloodline looks like. What happens when the strongest lineages combine.
And Jasper lost it all because of pride.
"Araya," Jasper says. His voice is hoarse, broken. "Please. Let me explain."
Araya's expression doesn't soften. "There's nothing to explain. You made your choice clear months ago."
"I was wrong," Jasper says. The words taste like ash in his mouth, but he forces them out. "I was so wrong. About everything. About you. About us."
Ronan growls low in his throat. "Too late for apologies."
"I'm not talking to you," Jasper snaps. His e
