Years had blended into a beautiful rhythm for Alex Jr. and Elara. Their first pup, a strong boy they named Kai, was now three years old—full of energy, wild curiosity, and the early signs of a powerful wolf. Tonight, after putting him to bed with stories of brave Alphas and kind Lunas, Alex Jr. and Elara slipped out of the pack house for a private run under the full moon.
The forest was alive with silver light as they shifted and raced each other through the trees. Their wolves moved in perfect sync, brushing against one another, nipping playfully. The mate bond sang brightly between them, as strong as ever. When they reached their favorite secluded clearing with the small stream, they shifted back to human form, breathing hard and laughing.
Elara’s body glowed in the moonlight. Motherho
