"When will you return?" Lylah asked as she watched the soldiers help Lucas pack for his travel.
"A day before the full moon," he replied, his voice clipped.
"That's my birthday," Lylah shrugged, and Lucas glanced at her. "The day before the full moon. I'll turn eighteen and finally get my wolf," she added with a smile.
"That's nice, little wolf," he said, his smile tugging gently as he ruffled her hair. "I only hope your wolf won't be as stubborn as you."
Lylah chuckled as he withdrew his hand, her heart fluttering whenever Lucas did that.
She watched him climb onto his horse.
"Isn't your Lycan form faster than a horse?" Lylah tilted her head, curious.
The smile on Lucas' face widened with amusement. "Take care, little wolf, and practice everything I taught you."
Lylah nodded and w
