Athena

The first hints of dawn crept across the horizon, painting the forest in hues of gold and crimson. Yet, despite the beauty of the morning, unease settled in my chest like a stone. Gian’s retreat yesterday was only temporary—I knew it in my bones. The Alpha of Dark Moon Pack was cunning, vengeful, and personal in his grudges.

I walked through the clearing outside our pack mansion, Light and Liam safely tucked away in the nursery. Beauty accompanied me, her expression calm yet ...