The atmosphere in the Great Hall shifted gradually as the heavy platters of food were cleared away. The quiet clatter of silverware gave way to the soft, steady hum of conversation as pack members stood up to mingle, floating between tables to share hugs, quiet tears, and lingering laughs. The air felt lighter now, warmed by the firelight and the shared solace of community.
Across the room, the musicians tucked beside the grand stone hearth transitioned into a slow, delicate melody. As the final notes of a somber acoustic tune faded into the high vaulted ceiling, a soft, familiar strumming began to echo through the hall.
My heart did a sudden, fluttering flip.
It was the song from our wedding night.
A bright, uncontrollable smile broke across my face as the melody washed over me, insta
