Alex stepped away and stood in front of me. "Practice bringing your wolf forward, you'll master it in no time. Practice your abilities too." He insisted. I nodded and wiped my eyes before any tears could fall. "Be happy, Amaris. You deserve it." He breathed. "I will." I croaked. He gave me a quick kiss on my cheek before turning and leaving. Rhydian wrapped his arm around my shoulder and nodded at Tristan who was still consoling a sobbing Lucas. Tristan nodded back and brought Lucas down to sit on the sofa with him. We left the packhouse and I broke down as I saw Alex shift into his wolf and run along the road towards the forest. We reached my house and Rhydian pushed open the door, he led me up to the bedroom. "Shower or bed?" He questioned, holding me close to him. I yawned, "Bed it is.

