Third Person's POV Mortimer found himself thinking back to the years they had spent together. Every holiday, Seraphina would celebrate with him at the Blade pack. She always stayed quietly by his side, nibbling at the desserts the Omegas had prepared while occasionally chatting with Edwin. She was remarkably well-read. No matter what topic Edwin brought up, she kept the conversation flowing effortlessly, never once letting an awkward silence fall. Every year, the pack prepared sparklers and other small fireworks for the holiday. Velda was always the only one playing with them. He had assumed Seraphina didn't enjoy fireworks. After all, whenever Velda invited her to join in, she always declined with a polite smile. Once, Velda tried to drag her into joining the fun. Seraphina had look

