The following days settled into a steady, comforting rhythm for Livia and Henry. Every morning, Livia would wake early, preparing for her classes and shifts at the hospital. Henry, still regaining his strength, remained at home, often waking up to the sensation of Livia nestled in his arms. Those quiet moments, with her warmth against him and her peaceful expression as she stirred awake, were what gave him hope. It was clear to him that the mate bond was doing more than just linking their hearts; it was pulling him back from the brink. He could feel his beast closer to the surface each morning, the once distant and frail connection growing stronger with every passing day.
After Livia left for school, Henry would begin his day with light exercises. They were grueling at first, his muscles
