Phoebe emerged from the kitchen, her aura once again under control and her eyes their usual gray color. Máni retreated, laughing with glee at finally exercising their full aura and command. Phoebe shivered at the aura they had exuded. It was almost frightening, but she had been just as upset by the she-wolf’s constant interference. She would not let anyone disturb William and Lily’s bond until it was firmly established.
Lily had already suffered one rejection and if she was anything like Phoebe she would fear and expect another. Who would want a wolf that was rejected by their fated mate? That insecurity almost ruined Phoebe’s second chance and she wouldn’t allow someone to prey on Lily’s insecurities and ruin hers. She had a feeling it wouldn’t be long at all before the bond between Lil
