Alpha Lucian Wolfe dismounted his stallion at the base of the great steps of the Eastern highlands, the wind tearing at his cloak. His men stood at attention, silent, their faces unreadable as the Alpha returned from his unauthorized absence.
He had left for the Valen territory without council approval. Without Seraphine's consent. And now, he returned bearing truths that would change everything.
He still had a bitter-sweet taste feeling from his visit. Rayne had referred to their relationship as a curse, and there was no certainty things would work out between them, but he was ready to give it a fair shot. And the first and most important step is...severing his bond with Seraphine.
Lucian pushed through the arched doors of the main hall, his presence commanding as he strode past the gu
