Allison's POV
Heidi's call left me shaking, Jasmine snarling and pacing within my spirit. I hadn't allowed myself to think about Jasper in weeks—the pain of losing him had been too raw, too fresh. He'd been my loyal companion through the loneliest years of my marriage, the only creature in that cold mansion who'd shown me unconditional love.
Now Heidi claimed to know something, and my wolf wouldn't let me ignore it.
"We need to know," Jasmine urged within me. "For closure, if nothing else."
I sent a quick text to Bella explaining I'd be late, then hailed a taxi to Crescent Moon Memorial Hospital, where the news had reported Heidi was being treated. My heart pounded as I approached the reception desk.
"I'm here to see Heidi Lawrence," I said, surprised by the steadiness in
