CAINE
“Isn’t she something?”
My Beta’s voice broke the steady sounds of our boots as we walked. We were on our usual patrol and had just passed a well, heading toward the cluster of tents near the island cliff’s edge. From where we stood, we watched the camp. Everyone was busy, but our eyes were drawn to only one person.
Lyra.
She stood beside a young girl with a burn on her arm, gently applying a paste. The girl didn’t flinch or show any sign of pain. She was smiling up at Lyra and speaking to her animatedly.
“She is,” I answered quietly.
“It’s expected,” Henry hummed, stretching his arms. “She’s the Luna of Alpha Liam, one of the strongest alphas in this territory. Of course, she would be nothing short of amazing.”
Though I didn’t reply, I couldn’t help but agree.
Five days—th
