Lucian's POV
When she didn't immediately object, hope blossomed in my chest. Fenrir howled with satisfaction as I headed for the bathroom, already planning how this night could be a first step toward reclaiming what was rightfully mine—my family.
I had the perfect vision in mind—Allison nestled between Lily and me, the way a proper wolf family should be. Alpha, Luna, and cub, protected and together within our den. The bond between mates was sacred in wolf culture, something I'd foolishly taken for granted until it was broken.
But when I emerged from the bathroom wearing just my sleep pants, the room was empty. The scent of Allison and Lily lingered, but they were gone.
*They left us,* Fenrir growled, bristling with indignation.
I checked twice, scenting the air carefully,
