Taryn and Justin approached, silently falling into place beside the guardians. Their expressions were serious, but there was pride there, a quiet satisfaction in seeing Moonflare stable and secure. “Threats will come.” Taryn said, voice low, “But you’ve built a foundation no one can shake. Not now, not ever.”
Justin nodded in agreement. “We’ll always stand with you. Always.”
I smiled, watching our son reach for a fallen leaf, curiosity and energy unbound. “And we’ll always protect him, just as we protect every member of this pack. Everyone who calls Moonflare home. That’s what it means to be family.”
Asher’s arm wrapped around me, eyes bright and focused. “Family first. Always.”
Gage stretched again, smirking, eyes catching the sun. “And fun.” He added lightly. “Even in a pack, you can
