Zara's POV

Nicolas stayed with us just before dusk, promising to see me soon. He went back through the tunnels in the same way he came. Our farewell was tearful, and as I watched him go, I felt both heartbroken and cold.

"Cheer up, old girl," Levi linked, as we made our way back to the pack house.

It was time for us to get ready for dinner.

"It is really difficult," I said sadly. "It feels as though my heart would burst into two pieces at any moment. I am starting to ...