Kael’s POV
A deep, thunderous roar of wolves shattered the night’s silence.
I jerked awake.
My ears twitched as more growls echoed through the forest, closer this time. Not just one. Several. My heart pounded. I stood quickly from where I had been sitting beside Aria, already sniffing the air.
Something wasn’t right.
“Stay here,” I said quickly, guiding Aria toward the back of the cave. “Hide. No matter what happens, do not come outside.”
“What? No!” she said, reaching for me.
“Kael , please I’m not leaving you.”
“We will fight together.”
I grabbed her hands gently but firmly. “You have to trust me. Please, Aria. This isn’t just about you anymore. It’s about both of us, and the baby.”
Her mouth parted. She hadn’t even spoken about the pregnancy since the last time. But I knew it
