They noticed me at the same time. “Luna,” Kyle greeted, dipping his head. The other wolf followed suit. I nodded back, not trusting myself to speak yet. Alexander didn’t pause for long. He simply acknowledged my presence with a brief glance before continuing like I wasn’t there, which somehow made the tension in my chest tighten even more. “I’ve already spoken to my contact at the hospital,” he was saying. “Once you get him there, ask specifically for Dr. Ross. He’s aware of the situation.” Kyle nodded. “Understood, Alpha.” The other wolf nodded too. That was it. They turned and started walking toward the door, moving to pass me. Something inside me snapped. “Stop.” The word came out sharp, cutting cleanly through the room. They both froze instantly. The office went quiet. Al

