I was anxious all through the ride to Alpha Kade’s pack, not because of the loved ones I was leaving behind, but because we had no update regarding Luna Sherry’s state.

I truly hoped that she was still alive. I didn’t know if I would be able to help heal her, or help their pack in any shape, way, or form… But I knew that they had stood by us in the face of adversity, and now it was our time to show up for them.

Alex’s hand grabbed mine, and he drew soothing patterns on the ...