Theon POV
Byron trots slowly through the forest with Leah on his back. I feel his enjoyment of having her so close to him. I feel her tiny hands wrapped around his neck, and I know he's exceptionally content. She's no longer nervous.
I can hear the steady beat of her heart, and I'm a little jealous that my wolf always gives her peace when I give her unsteadiness. She's so much more comfortable around him than around me. Hearing my thoughts, Byron is puffing with pride that our mate prefers him over me.
When we reach the packhouse, it's not quiet yet; only a few remaining people are still talking in the garden, but almost all the omegas are cleaning alongside some other pack members.
Leah and I don't say goodbye; she gets off Byron, pets him one last time, and gets into the house throug
