Chloe was overwhelmed with joy, pulling Liam Jr. into a fierce embrace. Her voice shook, breathless and fragmented with emotion. "Liam... oh, Liam..."
She couldn't find the words to describe the warmth spreading through her chest. It felt as if the entire world had suddenly brightened, bringing with it a profound sense of responsibility she was more than willing to shoulder. Yet, beneath the happiness lay a sharp edge of anxiety; she couldn't make any permanent promises to the boy. She could only vow to the heavens that for every single day she remained in the Grayson household, she would protect him with everything she had.
The breakthrough was monumental. The "Little Wolf" had finally taken his first step toward the world.
After a long moment, she released him, smoothing his soft, cur
