Chapter 10

• Awakening in the late afternoon, I find myself bathed in the soft, golden light filtering through the curtains. I reach out for Alex, expecting to feel his warmth beside me, but my hand meets empty air. Opening my eyes, I sit up and scan the room, my heart sinking as I realize he's gone. There's no trace of him, not even a lingering scent. I run my hand through my hair with a sigh, a pang of hurt gnawing at me despite my efforts to brush it aside. After all, I know we are mates, but not a couple.
• Throwing the covers off my body, I make my way to the bathroom, eager to freshen up before I leave. With each step, I feel an ache between my legs, and a blush creeps up my cheeks as memories of this morning flood my mind. Alex had surprised me with his skills. I hadn't anticipated his roughness, nor did I expect to enjoy it as much as I did. But in that moment of shared intimacy, I discovered a new aspect of myself, a side that craved the intensity and passion he offered. With Alex, it seems there's always more to uncover about myself, and I'm eager to explore the depths of our connection further, but I doubt he is.
• Stepping out of Alex's room after freshening up, I make my way down the stairs, my mind preoccupied with finding Luna Marely. I need to confirm whether we're still scheduled for the photoshoot today. As I navigate the hallway searching for her, the announcement playing over the pack house speakers catches my attention. It's a common practice for pack houses to use speakers to disseminate information, but I usually tune out the announcements. However, my ears perk up when I hear my name, causing me to freeze in place, my eyes widening in disbelief.