37. Relief
______________________________ . . . As Ethan's powerful frame closed the distance between them, he embraced Jamie in a tender, yet strong, hug. The weight of their shared history and the pain of their separation melted away in that moment, replaced by a surge of relief and hope. Jamie clung to Ethan, her body trembling with a mixture of emotions. She buried her face in his thick fur, inhaling his familiar scent, allowing herself to be enveloped in his warmth. The scent of the forest mingled with the musky scent of their pack, reminding them both of the life they had left behind. For a while, they remained locked in that embrace, holding onto each other as if their very existence depended on it. Words seemed inadequate, unnecessary in the face of their unspoken connection. The silenc
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