**Lynn's POV**

I leave the office early. Need to be home. Need to be with Baron and Lira.

They're building a blanket fort when I arrive. Wendsor helps them drape sheets over furniture while they giggle and plan their fortress defense.

"Mommy!" Lira spots me first. She runs over, arms outstretched.

I scoop her up. Baron follows, wrapping his arms around my waist.

"Hey, my little wolves." I kiss both their heads. "Did you ...