The emotional weight of Ethan's recent confession had finally dissolved the immediate wall between them. As they walked into the Packhouse together, close yet not quite touching, Ethan felt his heart lift with a fragile, hopeful lightness.
He resolved that he would show Ruby more than just the grounds soon, not just the territory but, he would show her the true heart of the Pack. And also make his intentions of holding the Luna Ceremony known. He knew that is probably too soon, afterall it is a massive, daunting step for her, but she needed to understand what it meant to truly belong in his pack. Not just for her safety but it was essential for the Pack's faith in them both.
Whitney was still somewhere in the kitchen area, and only her cheerful voice drifted up the stairwell as they as
