ALICE POV
I stood at the edge of the training grounds, my thoughts drifting while I watched Paolo showing off his earth magic to a group of younger wolves. The air was crisp, with just the right bite of autumn setting in, and the soft sound of leaves crunching underfoot kept me grounded despite the chaos in my mind. Alex had been distant lately, consumed by the search for Harmony, and though I knew it was necessary, a part of me missed him fiercely.
Lost in my thoughts, I barely noticed someone approach from behind until warm breath fanned over my ear.
“Here you are, Bunny,” Alex’s voice whispered, sending a shiver down my spine.
I jumped, startled, before feeling his arms circle my waist, pulling me flush against his chest. His familiar scent—woodsy, with that hint of spice that alw
