Chapter 15: Stress and Temptation
Lyra's point of view
It was too quiet in the room they gave me.
After the council meeting, the worry about the stolen puppy, and the truth that almost tore the pack apart, the silence was deafening. It pushed on my ears and chest until my mind wouldn't stop racing.
I sat on the edge of the bed with my hands folded in my lap.
Luna.
Slave.
Mate.
The names flew around my head like angry birds.
There was a knock.
Gentle. Careful.
I already knew who it was.
I said, "I'm not asleep."
The door opened slowly.
Raine went inside.
He seemed tired. Not weak, but worn out. His dark hair was loose and fell into his eyes. The bandage on his shoulder was new. His wolf was moving around under his skin, restless and uneasy.
He closed the door behind him.
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