Lucian's POV
Lucian's heart churned with a maelstrom of emotions as he searched desperately for Estina. Anger had consumed him in that private room, but as the moments passed, his anger began to fade, replaced by an overwhelming urge to find her. His wolf, a primal force within him, guided him toward the palace's garden.
As he stepped into the moonlit garden, the scent of Estina's tears reached him, and he followed the trail to a bench where he found her, a broken and tearful figure. Without a second thought, he scooped her up into his arms, cradling her close as he murmured soothing words.
The sight of his beloved in such distress tore at his heart. Lucian knew he couldn't stay angry, not when the woman he loved was in pain. He kissed her forehead gently, whispering words of comfort an
