Allison's POV
The days following my last encounter with Lucian had been surprisingly peaceful.
Though "peaceful" might be too generous a word when the Alpha of Storm Pack kept finding excuses to show up at my door like he was on a personal campaign trail.
I was just congratulating myself on successfully sending him away when the doorbell rang again.
Kate was already near the entrance, organizing the hall closet.
"Kate," I called without looking up from my laptop, "if that's Lucian again, feel free to slam the door in his face. I'll double your holiday bonus."
I heard her open the door, then silence. No deep male voice. No familiar footfalls. Just a pause.
"There's a pink gift box out here," Kate called. "Should I bring it in?"
Before I could answer, Lily's excited
