Chapter 42
James I entered the packhouse, my nose instantly guiding me toward the lounge where her scent was the strongest. Even before I saw her, I could feel her through the bond—warm, present, mine. My heart clenched with longing. I pushed open the doors, my focus narrowing solely on her. A genuine smile broke across my face before I even realized it, and it grew wider when Laila’s features softened, and she smiled back just as brightly. She was happy to see me too. I dropped onto the couch beside her, trying not to let it show that I wasn’t thrilled she was sitting so close to our unmated Alpha. Still, I let it slide—for now. Instead, I pulled her close and inhaled deeply, her scent making me dizzy in the best way. I sighed contentedly and pressed a kiss to her lips, her eyes gleaming up at me
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