Laura's head rested against Dante's chest, his heartbeat strong under her ear. The night air felt cool on their heated skin as they stood in the small clearing, neither wanting to break the spell of the moment.
"We should head back," Dante said finally, though he made no move to release her.
Laura nodded against his chest. "The pack will wonder where their Alpha disappeared to."
A hint of a smile touched Dante's lips. "Let them wonder."
The sound of running footsteps broke the peaceful moment. Dante tensed, instantly alert as he positioned himself in front of Laura. Kade burst into the clearing, his eyes wide with panic.
"Alpha!" he gasped. "You have to come quick. It's Renn!"
"What happened?" Dante demanded, already pulling on his clothes.
"He was on sentry duty at the north border
