Tessa’s POV
I smelled Lucian before I saw him. He had gotten so fast in multiple both his human and wolf form. Stronger too. His musk was, as always, intoxicating.
“Teach?” I yelled out into the dark. “I know you are there.”
I was tackled to the ground and pinned down. “You still have so much to learn, little one.”
I faked out like I was going to kiss him, only to hit his head, move to the side, and kick my foot out while he tried to recover.
“Clever, little wolf, very clever. Good to see you are getting stronger. Ready for the fight.” He turned and sat up, crossing his legs. “Sit, my love, tell me what’s going on.”
I crawled into his lap and tucked my head under his chin. His arms embracing me. This was my safe space, my home. He rubbed my back and soothed me like a parent soothes t
