Lucian POV

Dewy's words made me feel a bit better, but I still hadn't found Ariel. I didn't want to go back to the packhouse anytime soon. It was better to stay here and avoid all the problems. My head felt like it was about to explode. I was burned out.

"You can't stay here. You have to solve your problems, Alpha. Go back to the packhouse."

"Without Ariel?"

"Alpha, your condition isn't worsening because of a curse. How many times have I told you? You're fine. You just feel guilty about your ...