Caden runs the bath without saying a word, the steam curling around us like a soft veil. When he climbs in, he pulls me onto his knee and I melt into his chest like I was made for this moment—made for him.
For a while, we say nothing. Just breathe. Just be.
Then, his voice comes low, gentle in my ear.
“You know… if you ever wanted to be named Alpha too, I’d support that. No hesitation.”
I scoff, a quiet laugh escaping me as I shake my head.
“I have no issue with other women doing that,” I murmur, trailing lazy fingers down his forearm. “But me? I like being your Luna.”
His arms tighten around me, pulling me deeper into the safety of his body. My cheek rests over his heart. His warmth seeps into me.
“I personally love that you’re my Luna,” he says, kissing my forehead. “And I’m your
