Third Person POV
Lycan Ryder entered his room with a heavy heart, his mind still reeling from the events of the day. The sight of his mate, Liza, waiting for him brought a small sense of comfort amidst the chaos.
"Liza," he said softly, his voice weary. "I'm glad you're safe."
Liza rushed into his arms, embracing him tightly. "I was so worried about you," she murmured, her voice muffled against his chest.
Ryder held her close, grateful for her presence. After a long moment, they pulled away from each other, and Liza's gaze softened as she took in the worry etched on his face.
"What happened, Ryder?" she asked, her voice filled with concern.
Ryder sighed heavily, knowing that he couldn't keep the truth from her. "It's been a long morning," he began, recounting the events from his enc
