The early morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow on the room. I lay nestled in the warmth of the bed, still basking in the afterglow of the night's intimacy with Kael. It was a rare moment of tranquility, a respite from the chaos that had consumed our lives.
Just as I began to drift into a state of contentment, Kael's expression shifted, his brow furrowing with concern. He reached for his temple.
"Malik is sending me a message," Kael murmured, his voice tinged with a mix of curiosity and wariness.
"Malik?"
"Yes. You've met him; you even saved his ass. He's my beta."
"Oh." I had never known the name of Kael's Beta until now. His Beta's name was Malik.
He closed his eyes and concentrated. A subtle change came over him, his usually guarded demeanor revealing a
