“Mira! Thank the Goddess you’re okay!” Carlos’s voice cut through the rush of wind.

He had shifted back to his human form, his face tight with concern despite the clear pain from his own injuries. His voice, though strained, carried a note of relief.

“We were really lucky that Alpha got here just in time,” he said. “I can’t even imagine what would’ve happened otherwise.”

Jane chimed in, “Seriously! I never thought we’d make it out with ...