The weight of inaction gnawed at Lucian’s heart. Each hour that passed without word from Rina only added fuel to his growing dread. His wolf was restless beneath his skin, pacing, snarling, demanding he do something.
Finally, Lucian could bear it no longer. He made his way back to the Alpha’s estate, his steps swift, his mind made up. It was time Damian knew everything—no more secrets, no more risks.
Inside the Alpha’s private chamber, Damian stood by the window, the moonlight casting silver across his sharp features. He turned as Lucian entered, immediately reading the storm in his Beta’s eyes.
“What is it, Lucian?”
Lucian drew in a deep breath, his heart pounding. Then, in a voice steady but heavy with guilt, he spoke.
“Alpha... there’s something I must confess. Something I should h
