The Second Dark watched everything. Observed every moment. Judged every connection.
It saw Kade and me. Saw our bond. Saw how we chose each other despite everything. Despite pain. Despite loss. Despite every reason to give up.
It saw the pack. Saw wolves working together. Supporting each other. Existing alongside each other in ways that made life bearable. Made the struggle worthwhile. Made continuation possible.
It saw baby Hope. Saw innocence. Saw joy. Saw pure existence without corruption. Without fear. Without understanding that danger existed.
It saw everything we showed. Everything we offered. Everything we proved.
And it was silent. Processing. Considering. Struggling with certainty that was beginning to c***k.
“I see what you show me. I understand what you demonstrate. I obse
