Aria's POV
After leaving the Silver Creek Pack,I'd been drowning in work all week, and by the time I finally grabbed my phone, my first thought was of Damian.
Ever since I'd been discharged from the hospital, he seemed busier than ever. He still called, still texted, always initiated contact. But actually seeing each other? That was becoming damn near impossible.
Either he had Pack business that couldn't wait, or I was drowning in Smith family affairs that demanded my attention.
If I was being honest, Damian had it worse. The Alpha King's schedule was relentless.
These past few days, whenever I had a spare moment, I found myself thinking about him. Sometimes I'd even catch myself calling him just to hear his voice, just for a few seconds of connection.
But every time, w
