Mira’s POV

Morning came uneasily. The bond’s pulse hadn’t faded; it stayed beneath my skin, steady and sharp. I trained alone, forcing my focus, but every movement drew his name to mind. My wolf was restless, whispering, pushing, refusing silence. I ignored her as long as I could.

, Kael arrived before the second bell. He didn’t speak. He didn’t need to. His presence shifted the air, breaking what little calm I had. My wolf rose instantly, wild and insistent. I clenched my fists, but ...