Xander's POV:
"I miss you too," Nyx whispered, her breath flaming against my neck as she fell into my arm. I held her close, relishing the heat of her body against mine, our scents intertwined. But then—something felt weird.
A presence.
It hovered around, heavy but unseen.
Gently. I pulled away from Nyx, my wolf stirring uneasily. I walked towards all the openings around, peering into the curtains beyond.
I flare my sense still
But Nothing.
I wasn’t satisfied yet I couldn't leave.
"I fear Theo will leave his office soon," Nyx murmured behind me, her voice soft, hurting my chest.
Why can't we have a free moment? I frowned.
I turned back to her. She was right. Something about the Moment felt wrong—like we were walking straight to a bait.
"I understand," I said, forcing a calm smi
