The morning after the battle was incredibly quiet. , the metallic scent of dried blood in the air. Crescent Moon won, but at a cost that no one could ignore. The pack moved with weary but determined steps, their future uncertain, but their unity stronger than ever.
Nova stood at the end of the clearing, watching the rising sun cast golden streaks over the trees. Her body still ached from all the fighting, but it was her heart that carried the heaviest wounds.
Kade stirred behind her, pressing a kiss to her bare shoulder. "You're thinking too much again."
She leaned back against him, savoring the warmth of his embrace. "I can't help it. I keep thinking about my parents. About Nina. About what happens now."
Kade sighed. "Silver Ridge is broken. Without Maddox, they won’t recover easily.
