Only when she reached Sebastian did her face soften.
A hint of a smile played at her lips.
"Sebastian," she said, voice gentle, almost teasing. "You promised to visit last month. Every weekend, remember?"
Sebastian stood too. "I know. Work's been insane." He reached out and helped her into the seat beside him.
"Then stop trying to do everything yourself," she said sharply, settling in like she owned the room.
"You're the Alpha of Silver Peak, not a one-man operation. Delegate. That's what your wolves are for."
The pride in her voice wasn't subtle. It wrapped around Sebastian like armor.
And everyone noticed.
I watched, shoulders tense.
I was about to get up and say hello, but then I saw Zaria. She gave me a quick shake of the head, subtle but firm.
I froze. Why?
Then it clicked.
