Lyra POV But then her gaze landed on Xavier. The way she looked at him, like he was the only thing in this world, was something out of a movie. A blush creeped onto her freckled cheeks, making her look even younger. I smirked. “You sure it doesn’t have to do with a hunky Beta?” “What?” Her eyes became saucers. “No! No! Of course not! Xavier is way too good for me and too high up. I’m just an awkward, lonely coyote shifter while he’s a pack favorite. Nope. Nuh-uh.” Her eyes darted to Xavier for a split second. I covered my mouth to hide my smile. “Okay then.” I wouldn’t push the girl anymore. Well, not today. But already a plan was formulating in my mind to do with the Yellowstone Contingent and solving Marni’s small problem. I would find a way to train with them, and I knew exactly wh

