Patrick's eyes widen in surprise as he takes in Jill's reaction. There's a flicker of recognition in his gaze as he looks at her, as if memories long buried resurface in that moment.
"Jill?" he breathes, his voice barely above a whisper. "I can't believe it's really you."
The tension in the air eases as they share a moment of reunion, their eyes speaking volumes of the history they share. It's clear that their connection runs deep, forged by trials and tribulations that only they understand. Dallas watches the exchange with a mix of curiosity and relief, his Alpha instincts attuned to the dynamics unfolding before him. He can sense the bond between Patrick and Jill, and it reassures him that the situation may not be as dire as they initially feared.
As the initial shock wears off, Jill
