RYDEN

　　　 “Lie back down. Let me heal you one more time,” Shadow told Lucius who grimaced every time he moved.

　　　 “I’m fine.”

　　　 “You’re not. It’s okay to show vulnerability when you’re in pain. It doesn’t make you any less of an alpha. It makes you you, with feelings.”

　　　 “Thanks, Princess, but I’ve been through worse.”

　　　 “Worse than almost dying?” Shadow smiled. “Don’t be such a tough guy. You’re ...