_Aaron's POV_ As Pandora and I were lost in the intensity of the moment, a sudden intrusion disrupted us. A familiar voice echoed in my mind, breaking the sensual haze that had enveloped us. It was Damien, reaching out through the mindlink. "Alpha," his voice echoed in my thoughts, demanding my attention. "You need to come to the southern border of the pack territory immediately. It's urgent." My heart sank as I pulled away from Pandora, my body still tingling from our proximity. I met her concerned gaze with an apologetic look. "I'm sorry, sweetheart. It seems there's something urgent that requires my attention. I need to go." Pandora's expression shifted from desire to understanding, her concern mirrored in her eyes. "Go, Aaron. Our pack needs you. We can continue this later." I nod

