Nathan
Steam from the shower still clung to the air as I sank into the massive tub, sighing with relief as the hot water enveloped my weary muscles. I had pushed myself hard during my evening workout, trying to exhaust the restless energy buzzing under my skin lately. But my thoughts refused to settle.
Resting my head back against the cool porcelain, I grabbed my phone to check for new pack updates. At this late hour, only Derek should still be awake back home.
Sure enough, he answered on the second ring. "Evening, Alpha. Let me guess - you couldn't sleep either?"
I huffed a tired laugh. "You know me too well, old friend. Just filled with useless energy tonight. How are things there?"
As I half-listened to Derek summarise the week's minor border disputes, supply requests, and other a
