CHAPTER 40—The Run Together
(Elena POV)
Tonight, the forest was silver.
Long, glowing ribbons of moonlight came through the branches, giving everything a quiet, holy light. Ever since Lucian told me, "You're my fated mate, Elena," my heart hasn't stopped racing. The words were still ringing in my head, warm, scary, and exciting all at once.
I should have been able to think clearly. I should have been asking questions, asking for answers, and asking for more time.
But the bond inside me felt like a heartbeat under my own.
His heart beat.
Lucian stood at the edge of the trees, breathing slowly and steadily, but his eyes glowed bright molten gold, as if he was barely able to hold back the urge to move.
Not into a wolf.
A Lycan.
Something from the past. More wild. It was stronger tha
