As everyone exited the quarters where Davina was being treated, the group began to disperse, their footsteps echoing through the corridors. The werewolves headed to their own quarters, while the lycans went their separate way. Amelia and Ryder followed the lycans, but they branched off toward Ryder's chambers.

As they parted ways with the others, the soft glow of the moonlight cast a warm light on their part. Amelia couldn't help but express her concerns to Ryder. "What's wrong with your ...