But he could not ask his friends or childhood brothers.
The moment he opened his mouth, the pack would know that some of his lost memories had returned.
Cassandra already carried a shadow in her heart because of his past bond with Elena. If she sensed even the slightest spark of his memory coming back, that shadow would grow into claws. He could not push her deeper into doubt.
Far from that turmoil, Elena tried to keep her own world steady. She had left California University earlier, forcing her emotions to calm before she went to pick up Jamil.
When he saw him, her lips curved into a smile. She asked softly, “How was school today?”
Jamil’s hands moved as he gestured, his eyes shining. “Very good. I like my classmates. They take good care of me. I feel a little embarrassed.”
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