Chapter 47

Calvin's POV I watched my sons pull their new suitcases into the living room, looking happy and lively, very different from the sick, weak children in hospital beds just weeks ago. I sat on the sofa and stretched my legs, letting my muscles relax as I watched them unpack. "Dad, this is for you," Rowan said, presenting a small wrapped package. Cyra rumbled with satisfaction at seeing our pups so healthy again. I accepted the gift with a nod, carefully unwrapping it to find a handcrafted leather bookmark with wolf patterns etched into the surface. "Mom took us to see Duskwatch Bay," Rhys added, "Look what we did at the most famous beach there!" Rhys pulled out a stack of photos from his backpack. The background showed golden sands and the glittering waters of Veridia's renowned coastal harbor. I smiled,pleased to see my sons looking so vibrant and happy. Until I saw one particular photograph. A man, tall and with sharp features, held Alexis in his arms.Evelyn stood between Rowan and Rhys