Emily's POV
The bonfire blazed high, flames licking the chilly winter air. Soft, lilting music flowed through the festival grounds, weaving its way around the wolves in elegant white and cream. The night felt magical, charged with the kind of energy that only the Winter Solstice could bring.
Caleb's hand gripped mine firmly as he led me toward the dance floor for another dance. My heart raced with every step, the warmth of his touch spreading through me like wildfire. My wolf was practically purring, thrilled to be so close to one of our mates but she wanted more, Joey and Julian.
"You nervous, Firecracker?" Caleb teased, his brown eyes glinting mischievously.
"A little," I admitted, my cheeks warming. "I promised one dance, remind me why we are doing this again?"
He pulled me close,
