Present Day
Celia was halfway through prepping lunch when the Alpha’s voice slipped into her mind. Come to my office. Now.
Her heart sank. She knew it was about Lucas. There was no way around it. Ignoring a summons from the Alpha wasn’t an option, no matter how much she dreaded the conversation.
Lucas had given her space last night like she’d asked. After the explosion between him and Landon, she felt emotionally flayed. They’d managed to stir up every old insecurity, every ache she thought she’d buried. Even so, she had missed him. She’d slept in one of his old shirts, clinging to Rusty like a lifeline. By morning, she knew she would forgive him. She never could stay angry where Lucas was concerned.
Celia told Darcy she was heading upstairs and ignored the worried glances Hazel and Br
